Thailand Hostel Prices

Complete price reference for dorm beds and private rooms across 17 destinations. Updated 2026 with seasonal tips and booking strategies.

All prices in Thai Baht (THB) per night

How to Read This Table

Price Ranges

Low: Cheapest you'll find (basic fan dorm, shared bathroom)
Avg: Decent quality with AC, locker, good reviews
High: Boutique hostel or peak season premium

Room Types

Dorm: Shared room, bed, locker, shared bathroom
Private: Double bed, private/semi-private bathroom
Note: ~30% of hostels include basic breakfast

Price Reference Table

Destination	Dorm Bed (THB)			Private Room (THB)			Best Area	Peak Season
	Low	Avg	High	Low	Avg	High
Bangkok (Khao San)	150	250	400	400	700	1200	Khao San Road, Silom, Sukhumvit	Nov-Feb
Bangkok (Sukhumvit)	200	350	500	500	900	1500	Near BTS stations	Nov-Feb
Chiang Mai	120	200	350	300	500	900	Old City, Nimman	Nov-Feb
Pai	100	180	300	250	450	800	Walking Street area	Nov-Feb
Chiang Rai	150	220	350	350	550	900	Clock Tower area	Nov-Feb
Phuket (Patong)	250	400	600	500	900	1500	Patong, Kata	Nov-Mar
Krabi/Ao Nang	200	300	500	400	700	1200	Ao Nang	Nov-Mar
Koh Phangan	200	350	600	400	700	1200	Haad Rin (full moon), Thong Sala	Dec-Mar
Koh Samui	250	400	600	500	800	1400	Chaweng, Lamai	Dec-Mar
Koh Tao	200	300	500	400	650	1100	Sairee Beach	Dec-Mar
Koh Lanta	200	300	450	350	600	1000	Long Beach	Nov-Mar
Koh Lipe	300	450	700	600	1000	1800	Walking Street	Nov-Apr
Kanchanaburi	150	250	400	300	500	900	River Kwai area	Nov-Feb
Koh Chang	200	300	500	400	700	1200	White Sand Beach	Nov-Mar
Hua Hin	200	350	500	500	800	1300	Town center	Nov-Feb
Sukhothai	150	250	400	300	500	800	Old City area	Nov-Feb
Ayutthaya	150	250	350	300	500	800	Island area	Nov-Feb

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Prices by Destination

Bangkok (Khao San)

Dorm Bed

150 – 250 – 400 THB

Private Room

400 – 700 – 1200 THB

Area: Khao San Road, Silom, Sukhumvit

Peak: Nov-Feb

Bangkok (Sukhumvit)

Dorm Bed

200 – 350 – 500 THB

Private Room

500 – 900 – 1500 THB

Area: Near BTS stations

Peak: Nov-Feb

Chiang Mai

Dorm Bed

120 – 200 – 350 THB

Private Room

300 – 500 – 900 THB

Area: Old City, Nimman

Peak: Nov-Feb

Pai

Dorm Bed

100 – 180 – 300 THB

Private Room

250 – 450 – 800 THB

Area: Walking Street area

Peak: Nov-Feb

Chiang Rai

Dorm Bed

150 – 220 – 350 THB

Private Room

350 – 550 – 900 THB

Area: Clock Tower area

Peak: Nov-Feb

Phuket (Patong)

Dorm Bed

250 – 400 – 600 THB

Private Room

500 – 900 – 1500 THB

Area: Patong, Kata

Peak: Nov-Mar

Krabi/Ao Nang

Dorm Bed

200 – 300 – 500 THB

Private Room

400 – 700 – 1200 THB

Area: Ao Nang

Peak: Nov-Mar

Koh Phangan

Dorm Bed

200 – 350 – 600 THB

Private Room

400 – 700 – 1200 THB

Area: Haad Rin (full moon), Thong Sala

Peak: Dec-Mar

Koh Samui

Dorm Bed

250 – 400 – 600 THB

Private Room

500 – 800 – 1400 THB

Area: Chaweng, Lamai

Peak: Dec-Mar

Koh Tao

Dorm Bed

200 – 300 – 500 THB

Private Room

400 – 650 – 1100 THB

Area: Sairee Beach

Peak: Dec-Mar

Koh Lanta

Dorm Bed

200 – 300 – 450 THB

Private Room

350 – 600 – 1000 THB

Area: Long Beach

Peak: Nov-Mar

Koh Lipe

Dorm Bed

300 – 450 – 700 THB

Private Room

600 – 1000 – 1800 THB

Area: Walking Street

Peak: Nov-Apr

Kanchanaburi

Dorm Bed

150 – 250 – 400 THB

Private Room

300 – 500 – 900 THB

Area: River Kwai area

Peak: Nov-Feb

Koh Chang

Dorm Bed

200 – 300 – 500 THB

Private Room

400 – 700 – 1200 THB

Area: White Sand Beach

Peak: Nov-Mar

Hua Hin

Dorm Bed

200 – 350 – 500 THB

Private Room

500 – 800 – 1300 THB

Area: Town center

Peak: Nov-Feb

Sukhothai

Dorm Bed

150 – 250 – 400 THB

Private Room

300 – 500 – 800 THB

Area: Old City area

Peak: Nov-Feb

Ayutthaya

Dorm Bed

150 – 250 – 350 THB

Private Room

300 – 500 – 800 THB

Area: Island area

Peak: Nov-Feb

Seasonal Price Swings

Peak Season (Nov–Feb)

Prices 30–50% higher. Book 2–4 weeks in advance. Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and islands especially busy. Best time for weather but expect crowds.

Shoulder (Mar–May, Oct)

Normal prices, good availability. Less crowded than peak. March can be hot; May-June transitions to rainy season.

Low Season (Jun–Sep)

20–40% discounts. Monsoon rains and fewer travelers mean better deals. Some island hostels close temporarily. Best for budget backpackers willing to avoid peak crowds.

Full Moon Party (Koh Phangan)

Prices TRIPLE on full moon night. Book months ahead or stay on Koh Samui and take the ferry. Hostels nearby fill weeks before.

Booking Strategies

→Hostelworld: Best for reviews and comparisons, but book direct with the hostel for better price
→Walk-in rates: Often cheaper than online for private rooms (especially off-season)
→Weekly/monthly discounts: Ask at reception for 20–40% discount if staying 7+ nights (common in Chiang Mai, Pai)
→Bangkok location matters: Near BTS stations saves on taxi/transport costs
→Island savings: Beachfront is premium. 5-minute walk inland saves 30–50%

What's Typically Included

Dorm Room

✓ Bed in shared room (4–10 bed room typical)
✓ Locker with key (bring your own lock or buy one)
✓ Shared bathroom (hot water varies by hostel)
✓ WiFi access
✓ Common area (kitchen, lounge, bar)

Private Room

✓ Double/twin bed
✓ Private or shared bathroom (check listing)
✓ AC or fan (confirm before booking)
✓ WiFi access
✓ Access to common areas

Budget Planning Tools

Use these tools alongside this price reference to plan your trip budget.

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📝 About These Prices

Prices are based on typical 2026 listings across Hostelworld, Booking.com, and Agoda. Actual prices vary by season, demand, hostel quality, and group size. High season (Nov–Feb) on islands can see even higher premiums during holidays and special events.

Pro tip: Email hostels directly or use their websites—you often get better rates than third-party booking sites, especially for week-long stays.

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