Chiang Mai Panda Hostel

7.6
Very Good
(28 reviews)

98号 98 Samlarn Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

+66 95 693 8224

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Hotel Description

Welcome to Chiang Mai Panda Hostel, located at 98 Samlarn Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand. Nestled in a lively city street, this vibrant hostel is just a kilometer from the historic Chiang Mai Gate and the stunning Chedi Luang Temple complex. The surrounding area boasts a walled historic quarter filled with ancient temples, bustling street food vendors, and the famed Sunday night market, making it an ideal location for exploring the rich culture of Chiang Mai. The hostel embodies a friendly and communal atmosphere, inviting travelers to connect while enjoying the comfort of modern amenities.

The accommodation options include modest mixed and female-only dorms, providing a cozy retreat for travelers. Each dormitory features free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and secure lockers, ensuring a comfortable stay. For those seeking privacy, the hostel also offers private rooms complete with balconies, microwaves, and city views, allowing guests to unwind after a day of exploration. All bathrooms are shared, maintaining a social vibe while ensuring convenience for all.

Chiang Mai Panda Hostel is committed to enhancing your stay with a range of exceptional amenities. Guests can enjoy a spacious games room and a TV lounge, perfect for unwinding after a long day. For those interested in engaging activities, the hostel offers cooking classes and archery sessions. Additionally, an airport shuttle service and bike rentals (for a fee) are available, making it easy to navigate the city and its surroundings. The hostel provides a welcoming environment for solo travelers, families, and groups alike, with air conditioning to keep everyone comfortable in the tropical climate.

Transportation options are conveniently located near the hostel, with Chiang Mai International Airport just an 11-minute drive away. Local public transport makes it easy to explore the city, with options including taxis and buses. Guests can reach the vibrant Chiang Mai Night Bazaar within a 10-minute taxi ride, offering a unique shopping experience filled with local crafts and delicious street food.

Health and safety measures are a top priority at Chiang Mai Panda Hostel. The staff ensures cleanliness and hygiene throughout the facilities, including frequent sanitation of shared areas and bathrooms. Guests can rest assured knowing their well-being is paramount during their stay.

The hostel's prime location provides easy access to several must-see attractions. Nearby landmarks include the breathtaking Wat Chedi Luang, a temple complex featuring a partially crumbled 15th-century chedi just 14 minutes away. The historic Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan, known for its gold and copper Buddhas, is a mere 10-minute taxi ride. For panoramic city views, the famous Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is a 34-minute journey, while the ancient Wat Chiang Man is just 8 minutes away.

Guests can also indulge in the local dining scene, with a variety of restaurants just a short distance from the hostel. Notable dining options include 9 Siblings Restaurant, which offers authentic Thai cuisine and is only a minute away by taxi. Drop In Restaurant, Bistro Terrace Chiang Mai, and Vegan Society Restaurant & Homestay all offer unique culinary experiences within two minutes of the hostel.

In conclusion, Chiang Mai Panda Hostel invites you to experience its charming accommodations and vibrant atmosphere. Whether you're here to explore the rich history, indulge in the local cuisine, or simply relax with fellow travelers, this hostel is the perfect base for your Chiang Mai adventure.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Walking distance to Wat Sri Suphan and Wat Phra Singh

2. 11 min drive to Chiang Mai International Airport

3. Lively atmosphere perfect for socializing

4. Private rooms with balconies and city views

5. Cooking classes and archery sessions available


8.2 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Wat Chedi Luang
14 min
Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan
10 min
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
34 min
Wat Chiang Man
8 min
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
10 min

Nearest locations

9 Siblings Restaurant
1 min
Thai restaurant
1 min
Drop In Restaurant
1 min
Lookbua thai food Restaurant
1 min
Nok Kafe / Home Cooked Vegetarian and Thai Food
1 min
Bistro Terrace Chiang Mai
2 min
Vegan Society Restaurant & Homestay
2 min
Mae Pa Sri Restaurant
2 min
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Good to know

Check-in14:00
Check-out12:00
Location rating8.2
Nearest airportChiang Mai International Airport
Travel time to airport13 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Wed, Oct 30
Check-out: Thu, Oct 31
    Agoda

    $9

    Hostelworld

    $15

    Trip.com

    $31

    Vio.com

    $14

    Hotels.com

    $17

    hutchgo (Hutchison Travel Limited)

    $14


Location

98号 98 Samlarn Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Airports:

Chiang Mai International Airport

Taxi: 13 min

Transit: 1 hr 2 min

Lampang Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 38 min

Transit:

Baan Kingkaew Wiboonsanti

Walking: 10 min

Chiang Mai

Taxi: 14 min

Walking: 1 hr 1 min

Chiang Mai Gate Market

Walking: 8 min

Wat Puak Tam

Walking: 1 min

Krungthai Bank Chiangmai Gate

Walking: 8 min


Nearby locations

8.2

Excellent Location

Walled historic quarter with the ancient Wat Phra Singh temple, street food & a Sunday night market.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Pets

No pets

Food & drink

Restaurant

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo

5.8

13 reviews

Wonderful
4
Excellent
2
Good
2
Below Average
1
Not Good
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Neelan Joachimpillai

5/5
This hostel is severely under rated for some reason.It is better than many of the higher ranked hostels in the area.Each bed has a privacy curtain which is unique to this area, its next to a 7-11, the owners leave out fruits for the guests, and you get a key to enter and leave so it has good security.It even has air conditioning like the higher ranked hostels in the area. I'm confused as to why it has such a low score. But I guess this is good, since the higher reviewed hostels are often fully booked in the area.You do need to tell about your arrival in advance though, since the owners need to be there to give you the keys. That might be why people are scoring it low. Or perhaps they've improved it over time.There is a bit of a smell initially from the lack of ventilation, but they just need to open the doors and turn on the fans and maybe open some windows to let it air out.Beds are a bit hard for some people too I guess, but I liked it.

TM

Trip.com Member

2.2/5
I won’t stay here again

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hendrik eppinga

1/5
I had a reservation and arrived over there and thought I was at the wrong place. It really looks nicer on the pictures than in reality. I left after 10 minutes. Life is too short..

Room 1

Service 1

Location1

2/5
Missing hygiene, beds extremely hard to sleep on

Room 3

Service 2

Location3

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韩冀兴(Nunu)

5/5
The environment is great and the boss is very enthusiasticVery good experience Chiang Mai's preferred Panda Innthe environment is very niceboss is very nicevery good experience chiang mai preferred Panda hotel100 points ⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️ ⭐️

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simon. review

1/5
I don't understand why this place has 4 Stars. The smell in the whole house is terrible. When we got there we were the only people in the entire hostel, which was a bit spooky. Also the interior was old and under the bed it was incredibly dusty. There was no duvet cover and therefore it felt very nasty to lay on it. We couldn't sleep all night.Overall I do not recommend it at all, and that's why it gets one star!!!

TM

Trip.com Member

3.7/5
nice location and friendly quite staff. Need to tell in advance if you are coming later than check in time because you can't find people at reception later. There is free coffee in the morning :)

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YKZSot Toszky

3/5
Good accommodation suitable for this price. Located near Nong Buak Hat Public Park. There are separate rooms for women and men. and rooms with bunk beds included. and a large room with a double bed Please prepare your own towel, soap and shampoo are provided. There is a common area to sit and relax and talk. The room window is a large glass window showing the view. Convenient to travel, just a short walk is the exit from the moat. At Saen Pung Gate Located near a pub to eat and drink Suitable for people who like to travel and get drunk looking for a place to sleep nearby.

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Nikol

5/5
Clean, comfortable, cheap, located in Old Town close to everything night market, restaurants, park, 7/11, temples. Free water, coffee and tea. In bathroom shower gel, shampoo, hair dryer. Staff is very friendly and helpful. They helped me a lot with Chinese visa which I did in Chiang Mai and gave me a lot of information about China. Owner often offered some traditional tea.

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Oliwia Dymek

5/5
There is a lot to say about the place itself. Typical hostel atmosphere. There are no luxuries, few showers, but the price makes up for everything.