Kanchanaburi
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Dorm beds in Kanchanaburi, Thailand range from $4 to $20/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 14 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Kanchanaburi, Thailand
A typical dorm night in Kanchanaburi runs about $4.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $4/night) and September the most expensive (from $5/night).
At $4/night and up, Kanchanaburi is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Thailand.
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Hostels we track in Kanchanaburi
- Asleep Hostel 8.5 · 605 reviews
- Sam's House 0.0 · 245 reviews
- WesTory (SHA Plus Certified) 9.0 · 199 reviews
- Seds-Kanchanaburi 9.4 · 123 reviews
- Latima Boutique Hostel 8.9 · 121 reviews
- Thyme X Hostel 8.6 · 79 reviews
- No.9 Hostel Kanchanaburi 8.3 · 70 reviews
- D Hostel by the river 9.7 · 44 reviews
- Lab Hostel 7.9 · 19 reviews
- Wee Hostel 0.0 · 15 reviews
- Warmwell Hostel 10.0 · 4 reviews
- AP Grand Resort
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Local knowledge for Kanchanaburi
Where to stay
Most budget guesthouses cluster along Mae Nam Khwae Road, the riverside strip that runs from the WWII museum toward the bridge. A block back, Song Kwai Road has quieter options that cut down on noise from the evening bars without adding any walking distance.
Getting around
- Take the train from Bangkok's Thonburi (Bangkok Noi) station instead of the bus. It runs twice daily, costs very little, and drops you close to Mae Nam Khwae Road. The bus is faster but leaves you at the edge of town with bags.
- Erawan National Park gets swamped with Bangkok day-trippers on weekends. Go Monday through Thursday and you can swim at the lower tiers without waiting in a queue to get in the water.
- Raft houses on the river look good in photos but run hot, have thin walls, and cost more than comparable rooms on land. Book one for a single night if you want the experience, not as your main base.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book from May through October during rainy season. November through February fills up quickly, and the River Kwai Bridge Week festival in late November pushes prices up noticeably across all price ranges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Kanchanaburi cost per night?
Dorm beds in Kanchanaburi currently range from $4 to $20/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Kanchanaburi?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Kanchanaburi are July 4, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Kanchanaburi?
HostelHawk currently tracks 14 hostels in Kanchanaburi, Thailand.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kanchanaburi?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Kanchanaburi, with dorm beds from $4/night.
Is Kanchanaburi affordable compared to other hostel cities in Thailand?
Kanchanaburi is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Thailand, with dorm prices starting from $4/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Kanchanaburi?
Most budget guesthouses cluster along Mae Nam Khwae Road, the riverside strip that runs from the WWII museum toward the bridge. A block back, Song Kwai Road has quieter options that cut down on noise from the evening bars without adding any walking distance.
What is the best time of year to visit Kanchanaburi?
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book from May through October during rainy season. November through February fills up quickly, and the River Kwai Bridge Week festival in late November pushes prices up noticeably across all price ranges.