iris hostel
Budget hostel on Mun Mueang Rd with dorms, private rooms, a Mexican restaurant, and rooftop terrace.
Hotels in Chiang Mai
Details
- Address
- 129/1 Mun Mueang Rd, ตำบล ศรีภูมิ Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 95 898 2595
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About iris hostel
Located on Mun Mueang Road in the heart of Chiang Mai's old city area, Iris Hostel is a casual, informal property offering both dormitory and private room options at budget-friendly prices. The hostel stands out for its on-site Mexican restaurant, BBQ facilities, and terrace, giving guests more social amenities than the typical bare-bones hostel experience. Its central location puts travelers within easy reach of Chiang Mai's temples, night markets, and street food scene.
Guest experiences at Iris Hostel vary considerably, and it is worth setting realistic expectations before booking. Some visitors report clean, spacious rooms with friendly staff and a pleasant balcony atmosphere, while others have flagged concerns including noise from the surrounding intersection, room cleanliness, and pest issues in certain room types. The property appears to perform more consistently for guests in private rooms than in dormitories.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Reviews from Google
Perfect inexpensive option in a great location! I stayed in a dorm as well as a private room - both were great. The private room was a little loud, but it had a balcony on the city street, so what can you do? The communal area is nice, but not very social; just a nice spot to chill. The lady that runs the front desk speaks English and is very nice and accommodating! Would definitely recommend.
We stayed in the double VIP room, the room was big and clean, the staff was nice and friendly. The balcony is nice to have if you smoke, good view during the day. However, you need to know it is very noisy at night (my AirPods with noise cancellation saved me ahaha). The WiFi doesn’t really work, the shower isn’t hot, it is lukewarm and I got a little bit annoyed with the holder that isn’t holding the handle right so you can’t shower with two hands free.
We had a terrible time in the hostel. The room was stinck as he'll, the bed sheets was torn and we have 5 cocrouch in the bathroom. We slept in the family room and payed to much money for what we get. I'm telling u to get away from this place!
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129/1 Mun Mueang Rd, ตำบล ศรีภูมิ Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
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iris hostel: Frequently Asked Questions
Is iris hostel worth visiting?
iris hostel holds a 4.0★ rating from 216 Google reviews — a strong rating for hotels & resorts in Chiang Mai.
When is the best time to visit iris hostel?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is iris hostel located?
iris hostel is at 129/1 Mun Mueang Rd, ตำบล ศรีภูมิ Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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