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The 10 Best Hostels in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Well situated in the centre of Chiang Mai, Green Sleep Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1 km from Chang Puak Market, 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Gate and 1 km from Chang Puak Gate. The accommodation features room service and a tour desk for guests.

Great place and great staff,all the girls are nice and helpful.By far, the cleanest hostel I 've ever stayed at!!! Luminous.spaces,super clean and tidy at all times!

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9.2
Superb
1,342 reviews
Price from
SEK 134
per night

Situated in Chiang Mai and within 500 metres of Tha Pae Gate, Comfort Zone Hostel @ Tha Pae has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Gate, 1.6 km from Chang Puak Gate and 2 km from Wat Phra Singh. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Great atmosphere with a nice shared space with tea, coffee and snacks all the time. The crew was really nice, always welcoming and ready to help. Also, clean rooms and very comfortable beds.

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9.8
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
SEK 120
per night

Set in Chiang Mai, 700 metres from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, TarTar & Nay Hostel offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi. The hostel provides a terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Excellent facilities,great bathrooms, very clean. Easy check-in, breakfast was simple but yum and great coffee to start the day ☕

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9
Superb
313 reviews

Situated conveniently in the centre of Chiang Mai, HUG Backpackers offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. Popular points of interest nearby include Chedi Luang Temple, Wat Phra Singh and Chiang Mai Gate. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Chang Puak Gate.

The rooms in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at HUG Backpackers also have a city view. The units feature bed linen.

This is one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in in Thailand! Everything was very clean and comfortable, and the atmosphere was very friendly and relaxed. I’ll definitely stay here again!

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9
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
SEK 56
per night

Set in Chiang Mai, 2.3 km from Chang Puak Market, October Hostel ChiangMai offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 2.8 km from Wat Phra Singh, 3.2 km from Chang Puak Gate and 3.2 km from Three Kings Monument. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

I loved everything about this hostel. The private room was the best of my 2 months in Thailand. The location is phenomenal and absolutely go up to the rooftop and watch sunrise, sunset or both. Absolutely gorgeous.

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9.2
Superb
141 reviews
Price from
SEK 120
per night

Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, T2B Hostel is located in the centre of Chiang Mai, 300 metres from Chiang Mai Gate. The property is close to Three Kings Monument, Wat Phra Singh and Chang Puak Gate. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

The owner, she is the best and she is always trying to help you as much as she can!

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9.1
Superb
242 reviews

Situated in Chiang Mai, 700 metres from Chedi Luang Temple, Bloomin' Moon hostel & cafe, Chiang Mai Old Town features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around less than 1 km from Chiang Mai Gate, the hostel with free WiFi is also a 14-minute walk away from Three Kings Monument. The property is 800 metres from the city centre and 800 metres from Wat Phra Singh.

Extremely smiling and helpful girls at the reception/cafe. They even prepared the breakfast for me in the box the day I was going to the tour early morning. Clean, quiet, comfortable.

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9.5
Exceptional
197 reviews
Price from
SEK 118
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Chiang Mai, Ed Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is close to Chedi Luang Temple, Chiang Mai Gate and Wat Phra Singh. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

The rooms were so comfortable and everything was squeky clean. The people running the place were chilled out.

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9
Superb
205 reviews
Price from
SEK 211
per night

At the hostel, the rooms come with a desk. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and slippers, some units at Arku’s House also feature a city view. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

It was very nice to stay at Arku! The wooden house is cool and is on the little canal, so it keeps cool. It's very close to a lot of cool bars and restaurants and 7/11 Mae dee was very friendly and helpful! 🙏❤️✨

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9
Superb
205 reviews
Price from
SEK 194
per night

Located in Chiang Mai and with Chang Puak Market reachable within 2 km, Ray Hostel provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around 2.9 km from Chang Puak Gate, 2.9 km from Wat Phra Singh and 2.9 km from Three Kings Monument. The hostel features family rooms.

Very quiet clean hostel. Located in a good area of Nimman with many bars and restaurants nearby.

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9.1
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
SEK 131
per night

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Budget hotels in Chiang Mai

  • Ray Hostel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai and with Chang Puak Market reachable within 2 km, Ray Hostel provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    So comfort and easy to access to many attraction places

  • Hostel One Art and Gallery
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 603 reviews

    Ideally set in the centre of Chiang Mai, Hostel One Art and Gallery features free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Helpful staff and very cosy hostel. I just loved this place!

  • The Sila Boutique Bed & Breakfast
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 340 reviews

    The Sila Boutique Bed & Breakfast is located opposite from Wat Phra Singh Temple. It offers modern air-conditioned rooms with a balcony and free Wi-Fi.

    Great room, clean tidy, fantastic shower. Highly recommend.

  • Pran@Kumuang Boutique House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 27 reviews

    Attractively located in Chiang Mai, Pran@Kumuang Boutique House features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.

    เดินทางสะดวก ปลอดภัย สะอาด เจ้าของเป็นกันเองมากค่ะ

  • Home Story Hostel Chiang Mai
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Set in Chiang Mai, within 2.8 km of Wat Phra Singh and 3.5 km of Three Kings Monument, Home Story Hostel Chiang Mai offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private...

    Great house , spectacular clean , wonderful host .

  • Breadfruit
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 97 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Mai, 2.1 km from Chang Puak Market, Breadfruit features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Very comfortable bed and decent sized clean bathroom.

  • Baan Nai Soi Mini Hotel
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 35 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, less than 1 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Baan Nai Soi Mini Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Wyposażona kuchnia, dostęp do pralki Czyste i ładne pokoje

  • B Samcook Home16
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Mai, 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, B Samcook Home16 features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    A better host doesn't exist. Boy and his staff were top!

Hotels located in the centre of Chiang Mai

  • High High Hostel
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Nimmanhaemin district of Chiang Mai, High High Hostel is situated 1.7 km from Wat Phra Singh, 2.4 km from Chang Puak Market and 3 km from Three Kings Monument.

  • Bloomin' Moon hostel & cafe, Chiang Mai Old Town
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 197 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Mai, 700 metres from Chedi Luang Temple, Bloomin' Moon hostel & cafe, Chiang Mai Old Town features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Everything was immaculate Staff very kind and helpful

  • Lita Guesthouse
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 18 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai and with Chang Puak Market reachable within 400 metres, Lita Guesthouse provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    床是一般的單人床,不用擔心爬上爬下會影響別人,每個人都有附鎖的床頭櫃可以置物很方便! 其中一位老闆是中國人,溝通零障礙!

  • Sleep Owl Chiang Mai
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Sleep Owl Chiang Mai is ideally located in the centre of Chiang Mai, and offers a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Czystość, miły personel, lokalizacja, generalnie wszystko

  • 168 Chiangmai Guesthouse
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 34 reviews

    168 Chiangmai Guesthouse is located in Chiang Mai. Free WiFi access is available. Dormitory-style rooms provide guests with air conditioning, lockers and a personal light.

    the nicest staff on earth, you literally feel like home

  • Baan Lung Poshtel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 325 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Chiang Mai, Baan Lung Poshtel offers free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    lovely staying,I will definitely choose this place next time

  • Cactus Hostel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 40 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, within 48 km of Grand Canyon Chiang Mai and 21 km of Pha Chor, Cactus Hostel provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...

    What a hostel should be! PJ, Pink, and the cats make it feel like home

  • Potae's House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 248 reviews

    Attractively set in the centre of Chiang Mai, Potae's House features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a tour desk.

    Everything was super clean and very lovely owners.

  • Sherloft Home & Hostel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 640 reviews

    Located in a convenient area of Chiang Mai Old City, Sherloft Home & Hostel offers accommodation set within a walking distance to several famous areas, restaurants and message parlors.

    Would absolutely recommend. Nice to meet people but also good for a good night of sleep

  • Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 379 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Chiang Mai , only 200 metres from Chedi Luang Temple, Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi .

    The beds was really comfy and the breakfast really good

  • Neat Hostel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 25 reviews

    Conveniently situated in Chiang Mai, Neat Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Very quiet and clean, not a big hostel so a good place to rest.

  • Baingern Living Place
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 79 reviews

    Attractively set in Chiang Mai, Baingern Living Place features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Really clean, well located, the best beds in the world

  • Ed Hostel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 205 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Chiang Mai, Ed Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The room is clean and spacious and location is great!

  • HUG Backpackers
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 131 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Chiang Mai, HUG Backpackers offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Small quiet hostel with clean facilities. Easy to get around.

  • MIEL BED Hostel & Gallery
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 78 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, MIEL BED Hostel & Gallery is set 600 metres from Three Kings Monument, 700 metres from Chedi Luang Temple and 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Gate.

    La gente que atiende son super simpáticos y agradables

  • The Common Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,249 reviews

    Located in the Old Town area of Chiang Mai, The Common Hostel offers both private and dormitory rooms with free WiFi in all area. Sunday Walking Street is 500 metres from the property.

    -The staff was so nice! -Very clean -Good location

  • HILLDA HOUSE
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 681 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Chiang Mai, HILLDA HOUSE offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    The hosts are so helpful and they waited us until 11pm.

  • Non@Chiang Mai
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 42 reviews

    Non@Chiang Mai is located in the centre of Chiang Mai Old Town. Free WiFi access and all-day complimentary coffee/tea, biscuits and drinking water are offered.

    very clean and very friendly stuff, would def recommend!

  • Khunluang Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 183 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Chiang Mai, Khunluang Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Very nice and extremely clean place. Super centric.

  • Blue Moon House - A budget hostel for easy travellers
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 174 reviews

    Well set in Chiang Mai, Blue Moon House - A budget hostel for easy travellers provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    The staff were exceptional and really kind and caring.

  • Sleep Walker Poshtel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 393 reviews

    Attractively located in the centre of Chiang Mai, Sleep Walker Poshtel features free WiFi, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Daily cleaning, friendly staff, great location in the old city.

  • Chiangmai First House & Tour
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 242 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Chiang Mai, Chiangmai First House & Tour offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    The rooms were very spacious and the staff were very friendly and helpful.

  • The August Hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 437 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, The August Hostel offers stylish accommodation.

    Clean property, great location and staff very friendly and helpful.

  • Hooman Hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 233 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Phra Sing district of Chiang Mai, Hooman Hostel is situated 600 metres from Three Kings Monument, 700 metres from Chedi Luang Temple and 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Gate.

    The room, the location, the owner, everything was just great.

  • Stay Here Hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 651 reviews

    Ideally located in Chiang Mai, Stay Here Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Clean, kind personnel and very good rooms for the price.

  • Monkey Toe Guesthouse
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 774 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 300 metres from Chang Puak Market, Monkey Toe Guesthouse provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    good value for money. kind staffs. spacious lobby.

  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 739 reviews

    Situated in the Chiang Mai Old Town district in Chiang Mai, 2 km from Tha Phae Gate. Saturday and Sunday Walking Streets are a few minutes' drive away. Sakura House features air-conditioned rooms.

    Great location. Friendly staff and everything is clean.

  • Hug Home Huaykaew
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 18 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Chang Phueak district of Chiang Mai, Hug Home Huaykaew is situated 2.1 km from Three Kings Monument, 2.5 km from Chedi Luang Temple and 2.9 km from Tha Pae Gate.

    Super søde og hjælpsomme ejere og personale. Meget rent og pænt.

  • The PARK Society
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 273 reviews

    Set in Chiang Mai, The PARK Society features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    lovely, friendly relaxing environment. breakfast was great

  • Premier Hostel Chiang Mai
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 965 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Chiang Mai, Premier Hostel Chiang Mai provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    clean & spacious. there’s a curtain for beds in dorm for privacy.

  • Red Brick
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 497 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge and free WiFi, Red Brick is situated in Chiang Mai, 1 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.

    Lovely place to stay, relax, food good and staff nice.

  • Doze Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 633 reviews

    Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Doze Hostel is set in Chiang Mai, 200 metres from Chang Puak Gate and 200 metres from Chang Puak Market.

    Very spacious room and comfortable bed. Kitchen can be used.

  • Bed in Town
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 177 reviews

    Ideally situated in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, Bed in Town is situated 800 metres from Three Kings Monument, 1.1 km from Chedi Luang Temple and 1.3 km from Chang Puak Market.

    Clean, good location and comfortable beds, good facilities

  • 09 Hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 203 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai and with Chiang Mai Night Bazaar reachable within 1 km, 09 Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    Convenient location for loy kratong, good value for money

  • Mapping Hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 640 reviews

    Offering a restaurant and free WiFi, Mapping Hostel is located 800 metres from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and 2 km from Tha Phae Gate.

    Friendly, worldwide people, staff amazing and friendly, feeling like home

  • BB House Budget & Boutique
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 740 reviews

    Located just 400 metres from Chiang Mai's legendary Sunday Walking Street, BB House Budget & Boutique offers a on site restaurant and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Good location, staff was very nice, breakfast was ok

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Hostels that guests love in Chiang Mai

  • From SEK 118.34 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 183 reviews
    Ok so after staying in so many places in Thailand, this hostel is my favourite. I’ll definitely come back to Chiang mai and book a room there. Staff are very friendly and nice. They were helpful and helped us book some tours and it was so cheap. Room was clean and had free water and coffee, tea etc. location was great and you could book both bunk beds and private room. The reception g
    Taslima
    Thailand
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 805 reviews
    The price is incredibly cheap but the hostel is not the worst. My room has the bathroom inside so was comfortable, the people working there were nice and the location was convenient. I saw some people saying things about the hard mattress, just wanna say is the same in all Thailand I recommend the hostel for low budget travelers :)
    Paula
    Spain
  • From SEK 477.79 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 588 reviews
    Great location. Bed is comfortable, and if not comfortable, you can ask for different mattress or pillow. Clean bathroom. Large hostel so very social. You can meet a lot of new people from here. Cafe just next to the hostel But I liked the very cheap local breakfast just downstairs of the hostel.
    Jessica
    Japan
  • From SEK 310.64 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 326 reviews
    Budget hotel which was perfect for a cheap stay. Lovely staff.
    Maddy
    United Kingdom
  • From SEK 479.27 per night
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,568 reviews
    This place is for more budget oriented backpackers. Everything works, staff is nice and helpful, though place would need thorough scrubbing. If you don’t mind stains bit here and there, as long as you have a safe place to sleep this is your place.
    Heikki
    Thailand
  • From SEK 260.94 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 183 reviews
    One of the best hostels I stayed in so far. Pictures match reality. You have great privacy and the place has a really nice atmosphere. Great location in the middle of the old town.
    Tatjana
    Germany
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 805 reviews
    Amazingly cheap hostel. Great for budget travels, get what you pay for. Very social with a ping pong table and indoor/outdoor seating. Great location. Moped rental available.
    Ben
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 477 reviews
    Easily best hostel I’ve stayed in 2 months of travel. The rooms were very private and a great atmosphere compared to the typical bunk beds. Close enough to the city. Quiet when you wanted some quiet in your room and the daily events were great for mingling without being over the top or party centric. Couldn’t of have had a better time meeting new people and finding travellers to do daily things with.
    Nilay
    New Zealand
  • From SEK 206.80 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 965 reviews
    great location super nice staffs cheap price compare to its facilities i will definitely come back here best hostel ever stayed.
    katie gogo
    Indonesia
  • From SEK 206.89 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 511 reviews
    I stayed in this place for 10 days! It's really good that comes with private bathroom and room service was provided as well. The price is really good even cheaper than the bunk bed hostel. I travel solo, I can say it's really safe for you to stay here as a female traveler. And the room felt so new and nice AC. Sometimes when raining, you don't even have to turned it on because it is so cold already!
    Cindy hayashi
    Malaysia

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