Chanchalay Hip Hostel

Chanchalay Hip Hostel — Krabi, Thailand

Chanchalay Hip Hostel is a simple budget hostel with private rooms in Krabi Town in Krabi, Thailand.

Address: 55 Utarakit Rd Muang, Krabi. Property ID: 1027524.

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#2 of 6 hotels in Krabi Town by Axel's take. Krabi Town is #3 of 4 places to stay in Krabi. The best hotels in Krabi Town, ranked · Where to stay in Krabi

Axel's take: 8.6/10

A strong budget base for Krabi Town, with helpful staff and some noise. A simple budget hostel with private rooms in Krabi Town, scored for what it is.

Chanchalay is a simple budget hostel with private-room options, not a full-service three-star hotel. We'd pick it for a short Krabi Town stay: Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise cleanliness, helpful staff and value, while the markets, riverfront and local restaurants are within easy walking distance. The blue-and-white décor and garden give it more character than a purely functional stopover.

Choose your room carefully: some have fans and shared bathrooms, while others include air-conditioning and a private bathroom. Soundproofing is a recurring weakness, including in a March 2026 Agoda review, so light sleepers should bring earplugs. It's a strong pick for budget travelers exploring town or passing through; we'd skip it for a beach-centered holiday or hotel-style facilities.

• Best for: Budget solo travelers; Couples wanting an inexpensive private room; Short Krabi Town stopovers

• Watch out for: Limited soundproofing; Fan-only and shared-bathroom room categories; Town location rather than a beach base

• Location: Central Krabi Town, within walking distance of markets, restaurants and Chao Fah Park Pier.

• Rooms: Simple private rooms; check whether your category includes air-conditioning and an en-suite bathroom.

• Cleanliness: A consistent strength across Booking.com, Expedia and Agoda guest feedback.

• Service: Guests repeatedly praise friendly staff and help arranging tours and onward travel.

• Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, a garden, restaurant, luggage storage and tour assistance cover the basics.

• Fees and surprises: Airport transfers cost extra; Expedia lists limited check-in hours, so arrange late arrivals ahead.

Axel's opinion of Chanchalay Hip Hostel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · hotelskrabi.com · Booking.com · Expedia · Agoda · Google · momondo.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Chanchalay Hip Hostel

• Property type: Hostel
• 3-star hotel
• 55 Utarakit Rd Muang, Krabi
• Amenities: No pool, Restaurant, Self parking (free), Airport shuttle (extra charge), Local shuttle, Full-service laundry, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas
• Check-in from: 14:00
• Check-out by: 11:00
• City page: Hotels in Krabi

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Standard room

• Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom
• Standard room — room photo 1

Standard Triple room

• Bathroom: Private bathroom
• Standard Triple room — room photo 1
• Standard Triple room — room photo 2
• Standard Triple room — room photo 3

Standard Quadruple room

• Bathroom: Private bathroom
• Standard Quadruple room — room photo 1
• Standard Quadruple room — room photo 2
• Standard Quadruple room — room photo 3

Deluxe room

• Bathroom: Private bathroom
• Deluxe room — room photo 1

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