Yellow Fellow Hostel
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Tucked inside Chiang Mai's historic old city, this well-regarded hostel draws independent travellers looking for a balance of social atmosphere and genuine comfort. Its central location places guests within easy walking distance of temples, night markets, local eateries, and the beloved North Gate Jazz Co-op, making it a practical and characterful base for exploring the city. The hostel also operates as something of a travel hub, with staff offering guidance on day trips and local experiences.
The atmosphere leans social without tipping into rowdy — guests consistently highlight the chill common area and a bar out back as good spots to meet fellow travellers. Staff members receive frequent praise by name for their friendliness and helpfulness, and the hostel's smoothies come recommended by more than one guest. The property also functions as a tour and travel resource, useful for those planning excursions into Chiang Mai's surrounding countryside and temples.
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Reviews from Google
I really enjoyed my stay here! The staff was friendly and the place had a good social atmosphere. They have a bar in the back, I didn’t get to check it out but it looked like a good place to meet people. Centrally located in Chiang Mai with easy access to the airport, various temples, and lots of great food. Will definitely stay here again if I come back to Chiang Mai!
Such a great place to stay in Chiang Mai, it’s close to many nice places to eat and cute cafes, as well as the famous North Gate jazz co-op! Two amazing ladies working here, Mei and Angie, were so helpful and lovely and made the stay even better 🫶
i’m surprised to see so many good reviews for this place. this is exactly how we ended up here! the staff were friendly if not a bit cooked, but what got me was the facilities. On our first night there was no a/c, and staff woke us up in the middle of the night to check in new people. The bathrooms in a swedish prison would have been better than the one we used, and the drains carried out into the courtyard. Rats also kept us company in the outside area. Made great friends here but if anything it served as a distraction from the poor state of this hostel. And what was with those towels? Pretty sure they were sold as blankets. Definitely not the place for a sober stay.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 606 reviews on Google.
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Yellow Fellow Hostel: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yellow Fellow Hostel worth visiting?
Yellow Fellow Hostel holds a 4.8★ rating from 606 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Chiang Mai.
When is the best time to visit Yellow Fellow 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: March – May (smoke & heat).
Where is Yellow Fellow Hostel located?
Yellow Fellow Hostel is at 87, ตำบลศรีภูมิ อำเภอเมืองเชียงใหม่ เชียงใหม่ 50200, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city centre).
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)
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May–June and September–October offer dramatic discounts (30–50% off peak rates) with fewer crowds. Weather is mixed but rarely a washout — afternoon showers clear quickly.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)