STrips the Poshtel - Hostel

Overview of STrips the Poshtel

A short walk from Chiang Mai's Night Bazaar and the Ping River, STrips the Poshtel occupies a compact three-floor building at 84/2 Sridonchai Road, in the Chang Khlan area of Muang district, according to Traveloka's listing. Rated 2 stars with 12 rooms in total, the property markets itself as a "poshtel" — a positioning that sits between a classic budget backpacker hostel and a small boutique guesthouse: shared and semi-private room types spread across those three floors, a compact facilities list built around the essentials, and a guest rating that consistently outperforms what the word "hostel" might suggest to a first-time visitor.

On Traveloka, the property is very well reviewed by guests, with location, service and facilities, room comfort and cleanliness standing out, and meals also well received. Taken together, those numbers point to a small, well-run property whose location inside Chang Khlan is one of its strongest selling points, alongside consistently high marks for how clean and comfortable the rooms feel relative to the price point.

Because STrips the Poshtel is a hostel-style operation rather than a full-service hotel, its listing on Traveloka is deliberately conservative about what it promises: there is no restaurant, spa or swimming pool on site, and the facilities list is limited to what Traveloka's structured data actually confirms.

Room Types at STrips the Poshtel

Only the family room comes with its own en suite bathroom, which makes it the property's standout option for couples or small groups who'd rather not share a hallway toilet with the rest of the building. Everything else at STrips the Poshtel is arranged around communal living: twin-bed rooms for pairs travelling together, and dorm-style bunks for solo guests happy to split a room with strangers.

Traveloka's listing doesn't break out square-metre sizes or bed counts by category, so guests with a specific layout in mind — say, a particular number of beds per dorm — should confirm directly with the property before booking. What's consistent is the strong praise for room comfort from reviewers, which holds up regardless of which of the three room types a guest ends up in.

With just 12 rooms spread over three floors, none of the categories feel mass-produced; the family room's private bathroom is really the only structural difference between staying here and at a larger backpacker hostel down the road.

Facilities and Amenities

A refundable 1,000 THB deposit is charged for the in-room key locker at STrips the Poshtel — returned once the key comes back at checkout — which is one of the more distinctive line items in an otherwise no-frills amenity list built around what a budget traveller actually needs, per Traveloka's listing:

• Free WiFi throughout the property
• Free breakfast served each morning, including eggs, bread, milk, jam and fruit
• Complimentary toiletries, including shampoo, body wash and towels
• Snack bar and TV lounge for guests to relax and socialise
• Terrace and a designated smoking area
• Luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures
• Limited on-site parking

One policy worth flagging before booking: children under 12 are not permitted to stay at the property, based on the current listing, so families with young kids should look elsewhere in Chang Khlan.

Strong Traveloka reviews for service and facilities suggest that, even with a short amenity list, guests generally find the basics — WiFi, breakfast, toiletries and common spaces — well maintained and reliably available, rather than advertised but inconsistently delivered.

Location and Getting There

Step outside STrips the Poshtel and the Night Bazaar's food stalls and shopfronts are within easy reach, with the Ping River also a manageable walk away — Sridonchai Road sits inside Chiang Mai's Chang Khlan district, one of the city's most walkable tourist zones. The old city's moat and gates are likewise a manageable walk or short tuk-tuk ride away for guests wanting to explore the temples inside the old walls. Travellers flying in from Australia can check flights to Chiang Mai on Traveloka to plan the journey to the airport, which is a short drive from Chang Khlan.

Because the surrounding streets are dense with shops, food stalls and other budget accommodation, guests staying at STrips the Poshtel are well placed to explore Chiang Mai largely on foot, keeping transport costs down during the stay. Location is the most highly praised of the property's review categories on Traveloka, reinforcing that its position inside Chang Khlan — rather than any particular amenity — is what guests consistently rate most highly.

For guests planning a longer Chiang Mai stay, the Chang Khlan area also puts several other budget and mid-range hotels within a short walk, which is useful for anyone wanting to compare options before or after their stay at STrips the Poshtel.

Dining at/near STrips the Poshtel

The property's included breakfast (eggs, bread, milk, jam and fruit, served each morning) and snack bar cover the basics on-site, while Chang Khlan itself is one of the most food-dense parts of Chiang Mai after dark, especially once the nearby Night Bazaar's food stalls open up. Guests wanting to plan ahead for a night out or a day trip can also browse things to do in Chiang Mai on Traveloka to pair a temple visit or cooking class with a meal nearby.

Meals draw the most modest praise of the property's review categories on Traveloka, which is worth flagging honestly: guests should treat the included breakfast as a straightforward, functional start to the day rather than a highlight, and lean on the surrounding Chang Khlan food scene for the bulk of their dining during a stay.

Why Stay at STrips the Poshtel

STrips the Poshtel suits solo travellers, couples and small groups who want an affordable, sociable base in one of Chiang Mai's most central and walkable neighbourhoods. The very positive Traveloka guest reviews suggest the property consistently delivers a cleaner, more comfortable experience than the "hostel" label might imply, backed by free breakfast, WiFi and toiletries that a lot of budget properties charge extra for.

It is not the right fit for families with children under 12, given the property's stated age policy, or for guests wanting a full-service hotel experience with a restaurant or pool — but for budget-conscious travellers prioritising location and value, it's a strong contender in the Chang Khlan area. The property's strongest areas in guest reviews — location and service and facilities — line up with what a budget traveller in Chiang Mai typically prioritises: being close to everything, without paying for extras they won't use.

Tips for Booking STrips the Poshtel on Traveloka

• Check-in opens at 14:00 and runs until 23:00; check-out is by 12:00. An earlier check-in or later check-out isn't guaranteed and needs to be arranged with the property directly.
• Bring cash (or be ready to pay) for the 1,000 THB refundable key-locker deposit — it's returned when you hand the key back at checkout, so don't lose it.
• Children under 12 aren't accepted at this property, so it's not a fit for family trips with younger kids.
• Because the family room is the only category with an en suite bathroom, guests prioritising privacy should book that type specifically rather than the twin or dorm rooms.

Travellers who want to compare this hostel against other budget or mid-range options nearby can browse more Chiang Mai hotels on Traveloka. For flights, activities and everything else needed to plan the trip, Traveloka's homepage is a good starting point.

The details on this page are drawn from the property's Traveloka listing and official information where available, so it is worth confirming room types, facilities and policies on the listing at the time of booking.

Other Popular Hotels Near Chang Khlan, Chiang Mai

For travellers comparing STrips the Poshtel against other accommodation in the Chang Khlan and Night Bazaar area of Chiang Mai, the following properties are also bookable on Traveloka.

Sridonchai Heritage

• Hotel details: A 3-star, 8-room hotel at 136/2 Sridonchai Road, on the same street as STrips the Poshtel.
• Room types: Family rooms and standard rooms across 6 floors (no elevator, luggage lift only).
• Amenities: AC, WiFi, breakfast included, rooftop terrace, luggage storage.

Imperial Mae Ping

• Hotel details: A 4-star hotel at 153 Sridonchai Road, Chang Khlan, also on the same street.
• Room types: Not individually detailed on the current listing.
• Amenities: Described as offering a full range of facilities; specific list not itemised on the listing.

Night Bazaar Place

• Hotel details: A 3-star, 48-room hotel at 41 Changklan Road, near the Night Bazaar market.
• Room types: Family, non-smoking, smoking-area and standard rooms across 5 floors.
• Amenities: Restaurant, 24-hour front desk, elevator, laundry service, tours.

Night Bazaar Inn Hotel

• Hotel details: A 3.5-star hotel at 9 Charoenprathet Road Soi 6, Chang Khlan.
• Room types: Multiple room options with varied bed types; not individually named on the listing.
• Amenities: Swimming pool, airport transfer, massage, laundry, business facilities.

CM Night Bazaar Boutique Hotel

• Hotel details: A 3-star boutique hotel at 41/6 Soi 6, Loykroh Road, adjacent to the Night Bazaar.
• Room types: Multiple configurations; not individually named on the listing.
• Amenities: Swimming pool, fitness centre, 24-hour front desk, room service.