About

🌴 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 events involve drinks, music, and fun, so if you're not looking to socialize, this may not be the place for you. We want to be super clear, we’re all about good vibes and outgoing energy!

🏡 The Islander Vibe
Our goal is to create a true super social family atmosphere where you feel at home the moment you arrive. We have friendly English and Thai speaking staff, a laid-back bar, and common areas that make it easy to meet fellow travelers, whether you’re swapping stories after a day of adventures or gearing up for a night out.

The Islander Hostel is proudly run by us Alex (that’s me) and my wife Kate along with our awesome team, Aummy, Taya and PK at reception, and Ei and Baby behind the bar. Our Team are local Chiang Mai so between us, we’ve got all the insider knowledge you need. Don’t be shy ask us anything!

📍 Location, Location...
We’re located just:
A short stroll to Chiang Mai Gate, home to fresh food stalls and fruit markets every day and night
2 mins from the famous Saturday Night Market
10 mins walk to the Sunday Night Market
15 mins to the bar square

🛏️ The Space
We’re a modern Thai-style hostel with 3 floors that include:
Air-conditioned 8-bed and 10-bed dorms
A cozy private room
Spacious indoor and outdoor common areas
Perfect for meeting new people or chilling with your laptop.

🌄 TOURS & TRIPS
We’re a fully licensed tour agent and can help you book amazing experiences:
Elephant Sanctuary
Ziplining
Doi Inthanon Trekking
Thai Cooking School
Chiang Rai Temple Tours
City Bike Tours
Transport to Pai, the islands, Laos, and more!
We offer fast, secure, and reliable bookings, so no stress, no scams just solid recommendations and smooth adventures.

🎁 Extras to Make Your Stay Better
Fast, free WiFi
A/C
Hot showers
Cable TV & Netflix
24hr CCTV
Street parking
Luggage storage (small surcharge)
Airport transfer (surcharge)
Tour info & booking (surcharge)
Guaranteed satisfaction & honest travel advice

📝 Hostel Policies
Free cancellation with 3+ days notice
Check-in: 14:00–22:00
Check-out: before 11:00
Payment: Cash or credit card
No curfew—but front door locks at 22:00 (keycard access)
No smoking in rooms (smoking area out front)
Age limit: 18+ only
Reception hours: 08:00–22:00

Looking forward to meeting you and making your Chiang Mai stay unforgettable.
Much love from The Islander team! 🌴🍻

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Housekeeping
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Reviews

9.4Superb(1700)
  • Value for Money
    9.4
  • Security
    9.6
  • Atmosphere
    9.3
  • Cleanliness
    9.2
  • Staff
    9.7
  • Location
    9.5
  • Facilities
    9.1
Stayed in Apr 2026
8.6
G
Genevieve
Couple, 18-24, Canada
Great location, there was a morning and night market about 2 mins away every single day! Also a huge market on Saturday’s. Good pub crawl, Thursday and Sunday only. Bathrooms don’t have great ventilation but they are roomy for showers. The staff were very good. You get a towel during your stay! The lockers they give are very small, you can only fit a small backpack in them, so if you like to lock your entire bag up, you can’t, but still felt safe leaving my stuff out.
Stayed in Apr 2026
9.7
E
Elaina
Female, 25-30, USA
Smaller lounge area so if you’re looking for a place to lounge around, it might not be the place, but besides that, it’s perfect! The staff are incredibly nice and helpful and genuinely want to help. It’s extremely social and with it being a smaller area, it makes it really easy to meet people!! Such a good spot, only thing is that it’s far from 7/11 (5 minute walk lol);)
Stayed in Apr 2026
10
B
Ben
Male, 25-30, Wales
Great place and very social! The staff are fantastic and a ton of fun! Big shout out to Taya and Baby!
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Location

47/5 Nantaram Road, Wualai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.3km from city centre