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Deejai Backpacker Reviews

193/1-2 Ratchamunka Rd., Phasing, Chiang Mai, Thailand

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86%Overall Rating

From 178 ratings
  • 91%Character
  • 79%Security
  • 80%Location
  • 89%Staff
  • 92%Atmosphere
  • 84%Cleanliness

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93%

Good place to meet people, clean rooms, good shower. The staff is always up to help you with any question you have. I would definitely come back!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female, 18-24
  • (4 reviews)


90%

Great hostel community atmosphere, friendly staff and clean rooms

  • Novice Nomad
  • 06 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Male, 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


77%

Good value overall, but there should be regular cleaning service in the private rooms. Also, the wifi doesn't work consistently in the dorm rooms.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 25-30
  • (1 review)


93%

This hostel was fantastic to stay in, it had such a great vibe in the communal spaces - love the hammocks out the back. The rooms were limited to a small number of people with ensuites so it didn't ever feel crowded. Great kitchen and bar. I stayed 6 days instead of 2.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female, 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


93%

Excellent staff, especially the older gentleman. If you need anything, ask him and he will move mountains to help you! The traveler atmosphere is also very strong which makes it easy to meet people and get tips on future plans.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Colombia
  • Couple, 25-30
  • (9 reviews)


53%

The staff were incredibly rude and unhelpful. I did not find the hostel set up in a manner that was conducive to meeting other guests. Room was fine and not too untidy. No toilet paper provided and wifi not accessible in rooms (for me, some people seemed to be able to access it in their rooms!). Super cheap so no real complaints, but likely wouldn't stay there again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female, 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Many thanks From all the staff at deejai have a great trip, enjoy the rest of travels

83%

Very clean and the staff was helpful when it regarded directions, printing, and offering a fair price for a ride to the airport. It has a very young feel to it so if you are looking for peace and quiet this may not be the best place for you. Overall, it was a good experience!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 18-24
  • (5 reviews)


90%

Amazing experience at this hostel! People were amazing, the atmosphere was amazing, and the staff were more than helpful in every way they could have been. I recommend it to anyone as a cost effective way to stay in Chiang Mai as well as to experience the backpacking way.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 25-30
  • (1 review)


100%

The rooms were quite clean with fantastic bathrooms. The common area is nice and airy, filled with solo travelers looking to meet people. If you arrive at 6:00 am like me, there are places to rest outside while you wait for 14:00 checkin. The people working here are lovely and helpful. I made the mistake of beginning my trip here so each hostel I stayed in afterward felt like a trash can.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


80%

it was great for value, quiet yet situated n3ear the city.. friendly staff and comfy lounge..

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Singapore
  • Female, 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


67%

Laidback place to meet up some backpackers to join the local package! But I didn't get my room key till i check out! Oops!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 21 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Taiwan
  • Male, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Deejai is one of the most busiest hostel in town with over 100 beds capacity. Sometime customer forgot to return their key when check out. We are apologise for your inconvenience at the hostel and Thank you for your comment . Thank you for your stay at Deejai!

100%

A simply amazing hostel. Good food, company, and staff. I originally booked two night... Ended up staying 8 and going back soon. I highly recommend this hostel to any one staying in Chiang Mai. Thanks for everything Deejai!

  • Globetrotter
  • 20 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male, 18-24
  • (42 reviews)


90%

Amazing place to stay. A great hostel that really encourages friendliness. Great fire pit and staff organnizes hostekl outings. Wonderful place!


93%

Please get lockers in the rooms. Other than that a great hostel

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Male, 18-24
  • (9 reviews)


90%

I shared bedroom and bathroom with only a few people so it wasn't crowded. I only stayed in my room at night and for some afternoon nap so the lack of in-room facilities didn't bother me. Renting a bike there might not be a good idea as there are not so many to choose from. I cannot use internet in my room but coming at the lobby for it was ok. I ended up staying for 9 nights in total and there was nothing I felt I strongly needed to complain.


97%

Stunning hostel in every sense. Fantastic decor, look and feel to the place. Great dorms, 3 bed ensure with fantastic wet rooms! Food is brilliant and either Thai or western. Staff could not be better. Atmosphere perfect, meet numerous people every day. Awesome advice on where to go, what to do and booked a number of excellent trips for us too. All round top hostel, utterly incredible for the price.


90%

Very nice place with friendly and helpfull staff, a nice garden und great rooms! One of the best places, I stayed so far.

  • Globetrotter
  • 15 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Male, 25-30
  • (26 reviews)


90%

One of the best hostels I've stayed at. Staff were great and the place is just so comfortable and set up for socializing. Bonus points for treehouse in the backyard. Would stay again in a second.


90%

Very friendly and helpful staff, good atmosphere enjoyed our stay :)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Wales
  • Couple, 18-24
  • (1 review)


90%

One of the best hostel experiences I have had in Thailand. I will be back here if I visit Chiang Mai again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 31-40
  • (2 reviews)


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