Comfortable Accommodations
HUG Backpackers in Chiang Mai offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and city views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and essential amenities.
Essential Facilities
Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, coffee shop, outdoor seating area, and full-day security. Additional features include a balcony, seating area, and outdoor dining space.
Convenient Location
Located 5 km from Chiang Mai International Airport, the hostel is near an ice-skating rink. Reception staff speak English and Thai, ensuring smooth communication.
Guest Satisfaction
Highly rated for its attentive staff, convenient location, and room cleanliness, HUG Backpackers provides excellent service support and comfortable accommodations.
Facilities
Languages spoken: English, Thai
Internet access: Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax: Game room, Ticket services, Tours
Cleanliness and safety: Anti-viral cleaning products, Body thermometer, Cashless payment service, First aid kit, Free face masks, Guest rooms seal after sanitization, Hand sanitizer, Hot water linen and laundry washing, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Protective screens in common areas, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol
Dining, drinking, and snacking: Coffee shop
Services and conveniences: Air conditioning in public area, Daily housekeeping, Food delivery, Laundry service, Lockers, Luggage storage, Shared lounge/TV area, Smoke-free property, Smoking area
Access: Adult-only property, Allergy-free rooms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Check-in/out [private], Fire extinguisher, Non-smoking rooms, Security [24-hour], Smoke alarms
Available in all rooms: Accessible by stairs, Air conditioning, Board games/puzzles, Clothes rack, Coffee/tea maker, Electric kettle, Fire extinguisher, Fruits/snacks, Hair dryer, Hand sanitizer, Kitchenette, Linens, Microwave, Mosquito net, Outdoor furniture, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Separate dining area, Shared bathroom, Shower, Socket near the bed, Tile/marble flooring, Toiletries, Trash cans
Good to Know
Check-in from: 14:00
Check-out until: 12:00
Check-out from: 07:00
Check-in until: 21:00
Policies
Minimum guest age: Minimum age of guests is: 18 year(s).
Extra bed policy: Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Managed by a private host
Written by Terra Lanna from verified data — star rating, guest review scores, real coordinates and distances, and Agoda's own facility and location data. Master English version; other languages are translated from this.
Local Insider Guide for HUG Backpackers
Chang Phueak Quarter · 564 m (Walk ~7 min) from Wat Chiang Man
Golden Hour & Heritage
Staying at HUG Backpackers puts you 564 m (Walk ~7 min) from Wat Chiang Man. Visit around 7:00 AM or 5:00 PM when warm golden-hour sunlight illuminates the Lanna architecture without crowds.
Everyday Walkability
For everyday essentials, 7-Eleven Tha Phae Gate (Opposite Plaza) is only 909 m (Walk ~11 min) from HUG Backpackers, while evening strolls to Sunday Walking Street (Tha Phae Gate) (856 m · Walk ~11 min) offer an authentic slice of local life.
Nearby Culinary Gem
Don't miss Suki Chang Phueak (Famous Street Food), located just 450 m (Walk ~6 min) from HUG Backpackers — a top local favorite for authentic Chiang Mai flavors and specialty coffee.
4-Dimension Stay Profile for HUG Backpackers
Tranquility & Rest
3-star property in Chang Phueak offering restful sleep and serene surroundings.
Aesthetic & Character
Distinctive architectural character within easy reach of Wat Chiang Man.
Walkability & Access
Convenient access to 24h essentials and Sunday Walking Street (Tha Phae Gate) from the property.
Dining & Cafe Scene
Surrounded by local northern eateries and specialty coffee including Suki Chang Phueak (Famous Street Food).
Walking Convenience & Everyday Essentials
Convenient Access — Quick reach to 7-Eleven Tha Phae Gate (Opposite Plaza) (909 m) and Sunday Walking Street (Tha Phae Gate)
- Thai
- English
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Internet services
- Internet
- Ticket booking service
- Tour services
- Game room
- Safe dining setup
- Guest rooms seal after sanitization
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
- Body thermometer
- Hand sanitizer
- Protective screens in common areas
- First aid kit
- Rooms sanitized between stays
- Professional-grade sanitizing services
- Cashless payment service
- Hot water linen and laundry washing
- Individually-wrapped food options
- Anti-viral cleaning products
- Staff trained in safety protocol
- Room sanitization opt-out available
- Free face masks
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
- Coffee shop
- Air conditioning in public area
- Smoke-free property
- Laundry service
- Daily housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Food delivery
- Smoking area
- Lockers
- Shared lounge/TV area
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke detector
- Check-in/out [private]
- Fire extinguisher
- Adult-only property
- 24-hour security
- Non-smoking room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Electric kettle
- Toiletries
- Accessible by stairs
- Kitchenette
- Coffee/tea maker
- Air conditioning
- Hand sanitizer
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Power outlet near the bed
- Trash cans
- Fire extinguisher
- Security service
- Board games
- Fruits/snacks
- Linens
- Shower
- Tile/marble flooring
- Outdoor area around the property
- Mosquito net
- Microwave
- Clothes rack
- Reading light
- Shared bathroom
- Separate dining area
Uncle Kham's 1-Day Neighborhood Route
1-Day Custom Route Starting from HUG Backpackers (Chang Phueak) — Calculated from real GPS coordinates connecting Wat Chiang Man, Suki Chang Phueak (Famous Street Food), and Sunday Walking Street (Tha Phae Gate)
Scores from guests who booked through Agoda
- วัดเชียงมั่น - 230 ม. จากที่พัก
- วัดเจ็ดยอด (วัดโพธารามมหาวิหาร) - 2.43 km from the property
- ริซเตรทโต คอฟฟี่ - 2.44 km from the property
- สถานีรถไฟเชียงใหม่ - 3.12 km from the property
- มหาวิทยาลัยเชียงใหม่ - 3.83 km from the property
Distances from the property's Agoda listing
Straight-line distance from the property · Check-in times and policies as stated by the property
Where is HUG Backpackers located in Chiang Mai?
Sanamkila Road, แขวงนครพิงค์, ตำบลศรีภูมิ, Chiang Mai Province, about 905 m from the Old City and about 4.17 km from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
How much does HUG Backpackers cost?
Price varies by date and room type — tap "Check Price" to see the current rate for 2026-10-27.
What is HUG Backpackers's review score?
9.2 out of 10 (Exceptional), based on 319 real guest reviews on Agoda
Smart Neighborhood Radar around HUG Backpackers
Top curated landmarks, heritage temples, artisan cafes, and activities with GPS walking guides.
Wat Chiang Man
The oldest temple in Chiang Mai, founded by King Mengrai himself in 1296 AD. Wat Chiang Man houses two highly venerated Buddha images: the Crystal Buddha (Phra Sae Tang Khamani) believed to have protective powers, and the Marble Buddha. The distinctive elephant-base chedi is a defining landmark of the old city.
Chiang Mai Moat & City Walls
The 1.7 km square moat surrounding Chiang Mai's old city is one of the most picturesque urban walking routes in Thailand. Built in 1296 on King Mengrai's orders, the moat with its four ancient gates and corner bastions has been a defining feature of the city for 700 years. Perfect for jogging or cycling at sunrise, or a relaxed evening stroll.
Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre
Housed in a beautifully restored 1920s colonial building (the former provincial hall), this museum traces 700 years of Lanna Kingdom history through multimedia exhibits, artefacts, ancient maps, royal regalia, and traditional costumes. Essential for understanding Chiang Mai's unique cultural identity before exploring the old city temples.
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