Stay In Hostel
A highly regarded central Chiang Rai hostel with clean dorms, free breakfast, and a hands-on owner.
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About Stay In Hostel
Stay In Hostel is a small, well-run hostel in the Muang district of Chiang Rai, positioned within walking distance of local food venues and not far from the airport. The property draws consistently strong praise from guests, particularly for its cleanliness across both dormitory and private rooms, reliable air conditioning, and a welcoming atmosphere that suits solo travelers and couples alike.
The hostel's standout feature is the personal touch provided by the owner, who is regularly mentioned by name in reviews for his attentiveness and hard work. Guests can expect a complimentary breakfast each morning — typically boiled eggs, toast, jam, cookies, and coffee — which adds genuine value for budget-conscious travelers. The female dormitory is noted for being quiet and clean, and the property has demonstrated experience helping guests arrange practical travel logistics, including Laos visa preparation and slow boat trip bookings, making it a useful base for those continuing onward through Southeast Asia.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Reviews from Google
A very nice place to stay in Chiang Rai. The room and common areas were very clean and comfortable, and the breakfast was okay — boiled eggs, toast, some jam, and cookies. The owner is super friendly and helpful with anything you need. He even helped us book a scooter, which was delivered to the hostel within minutes. Overall, everything was great. Would definitely recommend.
Very cute hostel! The private room was very nice with good AC and the WCs and showers were clean. The breakfast was simple but good and Matt was really friendly and gave us some good sightseeing tips
Small hostel, Was in a female dorm, clean, quiet. Receptionist helpful, friendly. Experienced with helping arrange Laos visa prep and slow boat trips. Good location, bit away from, but walkable to the night markwt and town centre. Free breakfast, boiled eggs, toast, margarine qnd jam, feuit and cookies. Free coffee and tea, refillable deinking water. Good value for price
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139/25 สันโค้งน้อย รอบเวียง เมือง Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand
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Stay In Hostel: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stay In Hostel worth visiting?
Stay In Hostel holds a 4.9★ rating from 156 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Chiang Rai.
When is the best time to visit Stay In Hostel?
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: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is Stay In Hostel located?
Stay In Hostel is at 139/25 สันโค้งน้อย รอบเวียง เมือง Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand, in Chiang Rai. Getting around Chiang Rai: Grab (available in city center); Songthaews.
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