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B2 Chiang Rai Phahonyothin Boutique & Budget Hotel

4.3(673 reviews)

Part of the B2 hotel chain, this budget-friendly property sits on Phahonyothin Road in central Chiang Rai, placing guests within easy reach of the city's temples, night bazaar, and local dining. It attracts independent travellers and backpackers looking for a practical, no-fuss base without stretching their budget, with rooms priced at the lower end of the market.

The building itself carries a well-worn exterior that some guests find charming and others find dated — reviewers consistently note it looks older than other B2 properties around Thailand. Inside, rooms are described as clean, reasonably spacious, and well-maintained, with functional air conditioning. The beds lean on the firmer side, which is worth keeping in mind for light sleepers or those planning longer stays. Staff receive frequent praise across reviews for being friendly and attentive, which goes some way toward compensating for the property's age. A small number of guests have noted an unusual atmosphere in certain rooms, something local lore attributes to the building's history — a detail that adds colour for some visitors and gives others pause.

A deposit of 500 THB is typically required at check-in, so arriving with cash is advisable. The cool season between November and February offers the most comfortable conditions for exploring Chiang Rai and arranging day trips to nearby attractions such as Wat Rong Khun (the White Temple) or the Golden Triangle. Booking directly through the B2 hotel website is recommended during peak travel periods to secure availability.

Experience hints

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Reviews from Google

The staff are very nice, good-looking, friendly, and polite with great service. The building looks a bit old, but the room is clean and well maintained. If there’s any issue, you can contact the staff anytime. Sometimes they reply on LINE a bit slowly, but it’s understandable since they may be helping other guests. There’s no hair dryer in the room, but you can borrow one from the front desk. Before staying, I read some reviews and was a little scared about ghosts 😅 but luckily I didn’t experience anything lol. The price was a bit higher than expected, but after asking the staff, they explained that prices vary by day and it was high season during my stay 😄

Good location amongst many bars. Old building though, the worse amongst all other B2 hotels i’ve stayed in other provinces. Room 415. Deposit ฿500. Room was ฿860. Bed is hard, pillow seem like it’s not been changed for 10 years, the fiber in the pillow is broken. Bathroom was horrible, sink is bad, water heater isn’t warm. Huge carpark but no parking lot at night.

The staff themselves are very nice and friendly. The hotel, despite being haunted and looking a bit abandoned, has decent and fairly spacious rooms for this price. However, the whole experience is spoiled by the terrible noise in the mornings and the lack of soundproofing. It was impossible to have a good sleep here. From 8am in the morning staff started making very loud noise, dropping things on the floor, banging, and talking very loudly. On top of that, the rooms have very thin walls and doors, and you can hear it all as if it was happening literally in your room. All the entrance doors to the rooms creak very loudly. When I was sitting in my room, I heard a door creak and turned around because I thought someone had opened mine, but in fact, it was the sound of the doors opening in the next room. You'll hear absolutely every step and sound your neighbor makes. This hotel is in the same price category as One Budget but One Budget is much more new and comfortable.

A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 673 reviews on Google.

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B2 Chiang Rai Phahonyothin Boutique & Budget Hotel: Frequently Asked Questions

Is B2 Chiang Rai Phahonyothin Boutique & Budget Hotel worth visiting?

B2 Chiang Rai Phahonyothin Boutique & Budget Hotel holds a 4.3★ rating from 673 Google reviews — a strong rating for hotels & resorts in Chiang Rai.

When is the best time to visit B2 Chiang Rai Phahonyothin Boutique & Budget Hotel?

The best months to visit Chiang Rai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (smoke & heat).

Where is B2 Chiang Rai Phahonyothin Boutique & Budget Hotel located?

B2 Chiang Rai Phahonyothin Boutique & Budget Hotel is at 181/18 M.13 T, A, ตำบล รอบเวียง อำเภอเมืองเชียงราย เชียงราย 57000, Thailand, in Chiang Rai. Getting around Chiang Rai: Grab (available in city centre); Songthaews.

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)

Rainy season

June – September

Avg. temperature

14°C – 35°C(57°F – 95°F)

Crowds

Moderate

Peak: December – February

Getting there

Mae Fah Luang Airport (CEI) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). The bus from Chiang Mai takes ~3 hrs. There's also a scenic Golden Triangle road trip from Chiang Mai.

Getting around

  • Grab (available in city centre)
  • Songthaews
  • Motorbike rental (฿200/day)
  • Car hire (for Golden Triangle & hill tribes)

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