About

Hello future Islanders!

PLEASE READ!!!
We are a SOCIAL HOSTEL that has different nightly events to be able to make people talk and interact with each other, most if not all of these events involve DRINKING, MUSIC and having FUN so PLEASE if you are not up for socializing book else where!!! I can not make that more clear!!!

The Islander is ran by myself (Alex) & my fiancé, Kate, with a small team around us to help with everything, reception we have Aummy and Taya, on the bar we have Ei. Chiang Mai is Kates home town & I've spent a lot of time here, so between the two of us we know a lot about the city and surrounding areas! Feel free to pick our brains about all the must-see places and the top eats!

The Islander Hostel is located just 2 minutes away from the famous Saturday Night Market, 10 minutes walk to the Sunday Night Market, & not far from the Chiang Mai Gate with its fresh food and fruit markets every morning and night!

We are a modern Thai style hostel with 3 floors of air conditioned 8 bed dorm, 10 bed dorm, private rooms, & plenty of space to hang out in the common area. We have just opened a new building with 2 more dorms and hostel bar! Can't wait to see you there!

Our aim is to create a family social hostel where you can come and feel at home straight away, with our friendly staff (English & Thai), bar and common areas where it is easy meet other travellers to talk about your days or to get the night started!

TOURS
We are a fully licenced Tour Agent. So come and we can help to book your tour at any time, whether you want to go on the Elephant Sanctuary Experience, Zipline tour, Doi Inthanon Trekking, Thai Cooking School, Chiang Rai Temple tours, City Bike tours, Bus/minivan tickets to Pai / Islands, Slow Boat to Laos or Motorbike rent. Also even if you have not yet planned our staff have the best ideas to make your stay unforgettable.
We offer Fast, Secure and Reliable booking so you don't have to worry about being scammed.

SHA Certified
The Islander Chiang Mai has now been SHA Certified which means the following, we strictly follow the Covid-19 control guidelines and ensuring the health and safety standards of our guests and staff are met to the highest degrees.

Some extras to make your stay more enjoyable,
- Free strong Wifi
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Hot Showers
- Cable TV & Netflix
- 24 hr CCTV
- Parking (on street)
- Luggage Storage (surcharge)
- Airport Transfer (surcharge)
- Tour information and recommended Service (surcharge)
100% satisfied guarantee.
Fast confirmed tour reservation.
Pick up/drop off from our front door.
Insurance.


***Property Policies & Conditions:
1. Cancellation policy: At least 3 days advance notice for free cancellation.
2. Check in from 14:00 - 22:00.
3. Check out before 11:00am.
4. Payment upon arrival by cash or credit card.
5. No curfew. Hostel door will be locked at 22:00 and only accessible by key card (given when check in).
6. NO smoking in Room, Smoking area out front.
7. Age restriction: 18 years old and above.
8. Reception working hours 08:00-22:00.

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

9.5Superb(1207)
  • Value for Money
    9.5
  • Security
    9.7
  • Atmosphere
    9.5
  • Cleanliness
    9.4
  • Staff
    9.7
  • Location
    9.6
  • Facilities
    9.3
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Stayed in Dec 2024
10
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Rebecca
Female, 18-24, England
I absolutely loved my time at The Islander and wish I had longer there! There is a really great social scene here and everyone was so friendly and fun. Perfect for solo travellers. Thank you to Rory, Ashley and Taya for being a huge part of my experience :)
Stayed in Dec 2024
10
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Rory
Male, 18-24, Scotland
My favourite hostel in Chiang Mai, really great atmosphere, Alex, Jason, Taya, Ashley, and Aummy are all great and so helpful. Great place to book all the activities around Chiang Mai.
Stayed in Dec 2024
10
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Hannah
Female, 18-24, England
The best hostel we’ve ever stayed in! 10/10 for everything. I stayed here for 1 week, we were only meant to stay 3 night but it was so good we didn’t want to leave. The dorms and facilities I cannot fault. You can book tours through the hostel which is so helpful. There are nightly activities which gets everyone chatting and involved, you will NEVER feel left out here. Special thank you to Aummy, Taya, Ashley, Jason and Rory who kept us laughing all week and went above and beyond for everyone
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Location

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