In our data, the cheapest Chiang Mai stays rated 4.0 or higher start at about 29 to 33 euros a night for two guests (B2 Black Business & Budget Hotel, B2 Premier Hotel & Resort, Thannatee Boutique Hotel).
Chiang Mai was the capital of the Lanna kingdom, and the old city is still surrounded by a moat and the remains of brick walls. Inside are dozens of temples, many with carved wooden roofs and golden stupas, and above the city on a mountain stands the temple of Doi Suthep, reached by a staircase flanked by serpents. Monks collect alms at dawn, markets fill the streets on Sunday evenings, and every year paper lanterns are released into the night sky during the autumn festivals. This guide is about the city; our hotel data here is still thin.
The cheapest well-rated stays right now
We kept only places with a Google rating of at least 4.0. Prices are for two guests, 25 to 28 November 2026, read from Google Hotels in October 2026, lowest price we found for that offer.
| Hotel | From per night | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| B2 Black Business & Budget Hotel | about 29 € | 4.4 (1,000+ reviews) | 2 sites |
| B2 Premier Hotel & Resort | about 33 € | 4.4 (2,000+ reviews) | 1 site |
| Thannatee Boutique Hotel | about 33 € | 4.3 (174 reviews) | 1 site |
Good to know: Hostels may list a dormitory bed or a private room, so open the hotel page and check what the cheapest offer includes. Prices change daily, so treat the table as a snapshot.
Why people love it
- The temples. The old city is full of them, and each has its own style.
- Doi Suthep. A mountain-top temple with a view over the city.
- The markets. Night bazaar and the big Sunday walking street.
- The food. Northern Thai dishes such as khao soi, a curry noodle soup.
What to experience
- Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep early in the morning for the view and fewer crowds.
- Walk the old city and see a few smaller temples.
- Go to the Sunday Walking Street for food and handmade crafts.
- Try khao soi at a local restaurant.
- Choose an ethical elephant experience and check how the animals are treated before you book.
What does it cost?
Our database has only three priced hotels in Chiang Mai with a rating of 4.0 or higher so far, at about 29 to 33 euros a night, so please treat this as a first impression. Other places may be cheaper, and our collector has not yet covered Chiang Mai in depth. We did not measure food or entry prices. Check the festival dates too, since lantern festivals depend on the lunar calendar and prices can rise around them.
How to save even more
- Compare the total price with taxes and fees, see taxes and fees explained.
- Choose free cancellation while your plans are open, see free cancellation explained.
- Check smaller booking sites and the hotel's own website too, see cheapest way to book a hotel.
Questions
When are the lantern festivals? They usually take place in autumn, but the dates follow the lunar calendar and change every year. Check the current dates before booking.
Is Chiang Mai cheap? Travel guides describe it as cheaper than Bangkok for many things, but our own hotel data is still too small to say.
Are these prices permanent? No. They are a snapshot for late November 2026. Compare your own dates.