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Fun Social Hostels in Chiang Mai – Make Friends Easily!

65 hostels in Chiang Mai. Prices start from ฿32 THB for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Traveling to Chiang Mai and ready to meet new friends? These fun social hostels are perfect for travelers who love community life, group activities, and shared adventures. Expect events like pub crawls, family dinners, game nights, karaoke, walking tours, and cooking classes — all designed to break the ice and make it easy to connect.

We've handpicked hostels known for their lively atmosphere and welcoming staff, where you'll feel part of a travel family in no time. Plus, we compare prices from major booking platforms so you can save money while making lifelong memories!

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Amaka Bed & Breakfast

Free Breakfast
0.7 km from city center (≈ 9 min walking)

"…30-11.30am. If you need to leave earlier than that, we will pack you some sandwiches so that you'll have something to boost your energy for a long excursion or journey. Our working hours is 7am- ... more details

from ฿187 THB
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#1 Top Rated
0.8 km from city center (≈ 10 min walking)
Best for: Solo Traveller

"…It focuses on maintaining a friendly, clean and quiet facility. A Good Place is located on the North side of the old city, which is famous for its Chang Puak Night Market, Tapae, Wualai Walking ... more details

from ฿137 THB
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Angmo Hostel By Amaka

Free Breakfast
0.7 km from city center (≈ 8 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Early Check In : if the guests who stay in your bed check out early. We will be able to let you check in early at the preferred time with no extra charge. If they check out at 11AM, the earliest ... more details

from ฿201 THB
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2.6 km from city center (≈ 31 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…AC hours: 7pm–11am Key deposit: 200 baht Towels: 30 baht (+200 baht deposit) Youth hostel – not suitable for kids, elderly, or pets No-shows charged full stay 🧙 Come for the magic. ... more details

from ฿48 THB
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1 km from city center (≈ 12 min walking)
Best for: Solo Traveller

"…It has a great atmosphere for solo travelers to meet others and make friends. However, the rooms are quiet and uniquely designed so that each person has their own little private space when they are ... more details

from ฿143 THB
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1.1 km from city center (≈ 13 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…No smoking in our rooms or hallways (please go to the front patio). 9. Towels are available. 10. Only one person per bed is allowed. No sharing! 11. Unregistered guests are not allowed inside the ... more details

from ฿121 THB
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1.5 km from city center (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Room Options - Dorm Rooms: Air conditioning runs daily from 6:00 PM – 12:00 PM the next day, with fans available during other hours for comfort. - Private Rooms: Cozy private rooms are also ... more details

from ฿210 THB
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0.9 km from city center (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Each room comes with a shared bathroom with a hair dryer and locker. A variety of experiences including elephant encounters, elephant trekking, jungle trekking and other activities can be booked ... more details

from ฿193 THB
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0.4 km from city center (≈ 5 min walking)
Best for: Quiet Rest

"…Who We Are: We are a group of people who has customer service in mind. We care about our guest and will take extra mile to keep our guest feel like at home and enjoy their stay in Chiang Mai. ... more details

from ฿185 THB
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1.4 km from city center (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerDigital NomadsYouth Hostel

"…- Pick up/ Drop off straight from our front door. 2. Transportations Arrangement Service; - Taxi (Red truck) and Tuk Tuk arrangement. - Car/Motorbike/Scooter Rental Service. 3. Laundry ... more details

from ฿111 THB
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1.6 km from city center (≈ 19 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Check in from 14:00 to 21:00. 3. Check out before 12:00 noon. 4. Payment upon arrival by Cash and Credit Card (Payment by Credit Card will apply 3% the additional fee) 5. Breakfast not included ... more details

from ฿159 THB
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Smile Robotist Hostel

Free Breakfast
1 km from city center (≈ 12 min walking)
Best for: Youth Hostel

"…Self-served breakfast is from 07:30 to 10:00. 9. All guests should respect personal space (loud talking & personal items). 10. Respect your neighbors after 22:00. 11. AC operations 18.30 pm. - 10 ... more details

from ฿140 THB
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1.6 km from city center (≈ 19 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…- Normal and Express Service. - Do it your-self with provided Machines. 4. Copy, Print and Scan Service. If you are looking for a convenient, clean, safe, or excellent trip, please choose us ... more details

from ฿137 THB
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0.4 km from city center (≈ 4 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…7) Towel Rental is available 50 baht per stay. 7) NO smoking in Room, but have a smoking area 8) We only accept guests the age of 18 years old or more. 9) No Drugs allowed on premises. 10) ... more details

from ฿185 THB
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0.7 km from city center (≈ 8 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Laundry service same day Excursions Etc.. Let us know what you are looking for and we will give you our bests recommendations to make you discover this incredible city that is Chiang Mai ... more details

from ฿183 THB
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The Yard Hostel

Free Breakfast
0.5 km from city center (≈ 6 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…I built this hostel with one purpose: to connect people—because I believe real connections can make a difference. In Thai, Yard means “family.” So when you stay here, you’re not just a ... more details

from ฿255 THB
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1.3 km from city center (≈ 16 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Tour booking desk with local recommendations On-street parking Key card access after hours ***Property Policies & Conditions: 1. Cancellation policy: At least 3 days advance notice for free ... more details

from ฿130 THB
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Shanti Hostel

Free Breakfast
1.8 km from city center (≈ 21 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…Shanti Hostel offers spotless comfort, warm vibes, and peaceful privacy the perfect home base for your Chiang Mai stay. Terms & Conditions: - Reception time 07.00 AM. - 11.00 PM. - Check in ... more details

from ฿186 THB
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13.8 km from city center (≈ 166 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"…15 to offer private room accommodation and dorms to travellers visiting Maerim. The hostel is located in the 1260 Road and is an easy get here by car 30 minute from the bus station, railway station ... more details

from ฿241 THB
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1.7 km from city center (≈ 20 min walking)
Best for: Solo Traveller

"…9. Reception working hours 09:00-22:00. 10. If you wish to check in late, we kindly require a minimum stay of two nights. Additionally, please contact the hostel in advance to inform us of your ... more details

from ฿122 THB
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1.1 km from city center (≈ 13 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…9. No food or drink allowed in the room 10. The pool opens from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. 11. Some of the rooms has no window. 12. Unregistered guests are not allowed inside the property (accept for the ... more details

from ฿227 THB
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0.9 km from city center (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Room Facilities include : Air conditioning, 3.5 ft. bed (Dorm Room), 5ft bed (Private Room), Power outlet 220V, Reading Light, Towel, Dorm Curtain, Water Heater, Hair Dryer, and microwave, ... more details

from ฿200 THB
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2.5 km from city center (≈ 31 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…Soap is available in the showers. Common Spaces The hotel is surrounded by beautiful & peaceful landscaped gardens. There is free use of internet if you bring your own computer (otherwise ... more details

from ฿173 THB
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1.4 km from city center (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…However, if you need to arrange a check-in outside of these hours, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate you. 2. Payment: Cash only upon check-in at the property. 3. ... more details

from ฿101 THB
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0.5 km from city center (≈ 6 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…6 female dormitory - double bed private room with ensuite bathroom Facilities - Free Soft Breakfast - Free Wi-Fi access - Keycard access - 24-hour CCTV - Personal locker & Personal ... more details

from ฿141 THB
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1.1 km from city center (≈ 13 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"…1) Check-in from 14:00 pm 2) Check out Before 11:00 am 3) Reception working hours: 8:00 – 17:00 hrs. Please let us know if you will arrive at the hostel after 17:00 pm 4) Payment on ... more details

from ฿216 THB
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0.2 km from city center (≈ 2 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…We puts our passionate and his unique design style together and turning an ordinary ​4-storey building into a coziness hostel. Design theme of Green Sleep Hostel aims to deliver a warm , clean ... more details

from ฿189 THB
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1.1 km from city center (≈ 13 min walking)
Best for: Solo Traveller

"…Chiang Mai Gate is 1.6 km away and Chiang Mai Bus Station is 3.4 km from the hostel. With a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hostel also offer a city view ... more details

from ฿179 THB
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Hostel Lullaby

Free Breakfast
0.7 km from city center (≈ 8 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerSolo TravellerCouples

"…**In house activities free for Hostel Lullaby guest** Thai Boxing Class - Wednesday morning and Friday morning Thai Cooking Class - Tuesday evening Yoga Class - 5 Classes / Week Dorm ... more details

from ฿244 THB
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1.3 km from city center (≈ 16 min walking)
Best for: Solo Traveller

"🌴 Welcome Future Islanders! 🌴 PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING! We are a SOCIAL HOSTEL with nightly events designed to get people talking, laughing, and making memories together. Most of these ... more details

from ฿120 THB
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Insight Hostel

Privacy Curtains
3.3 km from city center (≈ 40 min walking)
Best for: Groups (10+ people)Quiet Rest

"…Cancellation policy: At least 3 days advance notice for free cancellation. 2. Check in from 14:00 to 22:00. 3. Check out before 12:00 noon. 4. Payment upon arrival by cash and Card. 5. NO ... more details

from ฿154 THB
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Hobnob Hostel

Free Breakfast
0.2 km from city center (≈ 3 min walking)
Best for: CouplesGroups (10+ people)

"…Only 0.1 km from the city center, the property's strategic location ensures that guests can quickly and easily reach many local points of interest. With its convenient location, the property offers ... more details

from ฿223 THB
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0.3 km from city center (≈ 4 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerQuiet Rest

"Khunluang hostel is a boutique hostel in the center of old town Chiangmai which was built in Lanna colonial styles, warm tones, ultimate privacy with garden view rooms (6 dormitory)" …"…Airport taxi ... more details

from ฿183 THB
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0.6 km from city center (≈ 7 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…24HR security by CCTV The main door is locked after 10 pm (can be opened with the keycard) FREE Computer Access (common area) and Wifi FREE Towel, Shampoo, Shower gel, Hairdryer Check-in from 2 ... more details

from ฿142 THB
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1.1 km from city center (≈ 13 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…With 10 years experience operating hostels, and ofc backpackers ourselves, we truly believe we will help you make the best memories of your trip. So....please please PLEASE read before booking :D ... more details

from ฿167 THB
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1.1 km from city center (≈ 13 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…4) Payment on Arrival: Cash and credit card 5) Cancellation or amendment must be made 7 days before arrival. 6) Breakfast is not included. 7) NO smoking in Room, but have a smoking area." …"- ... more details

from ฿161 THB
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3.8 km from city center (≈ 45 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelYouth Hostel

"Come and Join us at Cha la la! A cozy, friendly community hostel with its very own Ice Cream Cafe! Situated right next too the Chiang Mai creative Art and Food Space you will be spoilt for choice ... more details

from ฿105 THB
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1.3 km from city center (≈ 15 min walking)
Best for: Solo Traveller

"…Check-out Time: before 11.00am. 3. Payment: Cash only upon arrival. 4. Cancellation Policy: Up to 3 days advance notice before the arrival date is required. 5. Reception Hours: 6.00am to 10.00pm ... more details

from ฿117 THB
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0.3 km from city center (≈ 3 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The August Hostel helps the travelers meet like-minded people that travel together in Thailand. The Hostel is fully air-conditioned, providing free Wi-Fi, and is equipped with modern amenities as ... more details

from ฿155 THB
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The Entaneer Poshtel

Free Breakfast
1.3 km from city center (≈ 16 min walking)
Best for: Boutique HostelCouplesDigital Nomads

"…NO smoking in room/dorm, smoking area outside the building provided. 7. Please note that bed(s)/room(s) will be allocated after reservation is made in mixed dorm (2-6 beds) and female dorm (3-5 ... more details

from ฿231 THB
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1.2 km from city center (≈ 15 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…Chiang Mai Airport is about 5 km away. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Bathroom amenities are also included. You can swimming with relax pool and large common area with old town ... more details

from ฿165 THB
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3.7 km from city center (≈ 45 min walking)

"…4) Payment on Arrival: Cash and credit card 5) Cancellation or amendment must be made 3 days in advance prior to arrival. 6) Breakfast is not included 7) NO smoking in Room, but have a smoking ... more details

from ฿144 THB
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1.6 km from city center (≈ 19 min walking)

"…Payment: Cash (THB) 4. Cancellation Policy: (1) At least 7 days advance notice before the arrival date is required. (2) If cancelled later or in case of No Show, the full amount will be ... more details

from ฿114 THB
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0.7 km from city center (≈ 8 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…72 hours before the the arrival date is required. 5. Age Restriction: The minimum age to check in is 16 years. 6. Reception Hours: between 08:00 to 24.00pm 7. No smoking inside the building. 8. ... more details

from ฿88 THB
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To Bed Poshtel

Free Breakfast
1.6 km from city center (≈ 19 min walking)
Best for: Solo Traveller

"…The shared bathrooms (separate male/female) include a hair dryer and a hot shower. For guests' comfort, each bunk bed comes with curtains and reading lamps. Continental Breakfast like toasts and ... more details

from ฿154 THB
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1.2 km from city center (≈ 14 min walking)
Best for: Boutique Hostel

"…Please let us know if you will arrive at the hostel after 22:00. 4) Payment on Arrival: Cash 5) Cancellation or amendment must be made 5 days before arrival. 6) Breakfast is included in the ... more details

from ฿185 THB
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0.5 km from city center (≈ 6 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…The public park of Nong Buak Haad is 600 meters away. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning. The hostel is located 700 meters away from the Wat Chedi Luang temple and the Chiang Mai City ... more details

from ฿100 THB
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Bloomz Hostel

Free Breakfast
2.8 km from city center (≈ 33 min walking)

"…The hostel is only 450 meters to MAYA Shopping Centre, 500 meters to ONE NIMMAN Complex Centre,1.2 km to Chiang Mai University and 3.5 km to The Old City. The hostel provides a friendly ... more details

from ฿189 THB
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1.7 km from city center (≈ 20 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…Taxes included. Breakfast not included. General: No curfew Pets are allowed. No children allowed. Non smoking." …"…* Directions from Warorot Market to WanderFox: 1. Start at Warorot Market ... more details

from ฿174 THB
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0.6 km from city center (≈ 7 min walking)
Best for: Solo Traveller

"…Enjoy our communal spaces, where you can connect with fellow travelers, share stories, and make lifelong friends. We are ideally located just a short walk from the enchanting Old City, where you can ... more details

from ฿185 THB
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1.4 km from city center (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…All rooms in the hostel are equipped with an electric tea pot. At TarTar & Nay Hostel, the rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a shared bathroom. breakfast is available every morning at the ... more details

from ฿147 THB
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1.4 km from city center (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…4) Payment on Arrival: Cash only. 5) Cancellation or amendment must be made 3 days in advance prior to arrival. 6) Breakfast is not included 7) NO smoking in Room, but have a smoking area ... more details

from ฿70 THB
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0.8 km from city center (≈ 10 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…4) Payment on Arrival: Cash only. 5) Cancellation or amendment must be made 24 hours in advance before arrival. 6) Breakfast is not included. 7) NO smoking and no foods in Room, but have a ... more details

from ฿43 THB
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1.9 km from city center (≈ 23 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Wat Phra Singh is 3.1 km from the hostel, while Three Kings Monument is 3.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 6 km from Socialer Coliving & Coworking ... more details

from ฿207 THB
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1.5 km from city center (≈ 18 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…There is a small gym area and a secure room to store your luggage if you take a multi-day tour. The Wi-Fi is ok. Summary We would recommend Brick House Hostel to our friends and would return ... more details

from ฿176 THB

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Cool Social Hostels in Chiang Mai we all Love

We all love the social hostel life . These social hostels in Chiang Mai are perfect for travelers who enjoy community, fun, and connection . Whether it's a family dinner, a pub crawl, a game night, or a walking tour, these hostels offer plenty of ways to break the ice and make new friends.

The common areas are always buzzing with activity, and the hostel staff are pros at creating a fun, welcoming vibe . Many hostels also feature organized events like cooking classes, themed parties, karaoke nights, and more — perfect for bonding with fellow adventurers.

Pro tip: Check the hostel's event calendar or the blackboard for daily activities. Jump in, say "hello," and let the good times roll!

Pack your bags, join the fun, and make Chiang Mai one of your most social travel experiences yet!

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