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Hoi Anis 19% cheaper β BDI "Fair" (52/10) vs Chiang Mai "Pricey" (39/10). Dorms avg $β14/night vs $β11/night.
Quick Verdict
Best Forβ¦
Traveler type
πΉπ Chiang Mai
π»π³ Hoi An
Solo budget traveler
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15 hostels, avg 9.6 rating
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15 hostels, avg 9.6 rating
Couple on a budget
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Private rooms avg $41/night
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Private rooms avg $33/night
Digital nomad
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Coffee $1.96, dorms avg $14
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Coffee $1.54, dorms avg $11
Nightlife seeker
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Beer $2.41, 15 hostels
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Beer $1.14, 15 hostels
First-time Europer
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19 attractions
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28 attractions
Cost Comparison
Daily Budget
| Tier | πΉπ Chiang Mai | π»π³ Hoi An | You Save / day |
|---|---|---|---|
Shoestring Dorm bed Β· street food Β· free activities | $β14 | $β11 cheaper | $3/day |
Comfortable Mix of dorm & private Β· restaurants | $29 | $24 cheaper | $6/day |
Flashpacker Private rooms Β· dining out Β· some tours | $60 | $46 cheaper | $14/day |
Price Intelligence
Seasonal Price Curve
Everyday Costs
Cost of Living
| Item | πΉπ Chiang Mai | π»π³ Hoi An |
|---|---|---|
| π₯Street food meal Local market, street stall | $β2.09 | $β1.70 19% less |
| π½οΈMid-range meal Sit-down restaurant, one person | $β10.05 | $β9.10 9% less |
| πΊBeer (local draft) 500ml at a bar | $β2.41 | $β1.14 53% less |
| βCoffee Espresso or flat white | $β1.96 | $β1.54 21% less |
| πSingle metro / bus Standard single ticket | $β0.96 | $β0.23 76% less |
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Our Verdict + Hostel Quality
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Chiang Mai
Thailand
39
BDI: Pricey
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Moderate dorm prices (avg $14/night).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelAngmo Hostel By Amaka (9.8)
Annual dorm avg$β14/night
Total hostels15
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Hoi An
Vietnam
52
BDI: Fair
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Moderate dorm prices (avg $11/night).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelSnapstay Hoi An (10.0)
Annual dorm avg$β11/night
Total hostels15
Entry Requirements
Visa & Entry
Passport
πΉπ Chiang Mai
π»π³ Hoi An
πͺπΊ EU / EEA
Visa Free (60d)
e-Visa (90d)
πΊπΈ US
Visa Free (60d)
e-Visa (90d)
π¬π§ UK
Visa Free (60d)
e-Visa (90d)
π¦πΊ Australia
Visa Free (60d)
e-Visa (90d)
π¨π¦ Canada
Visa Free (60d)
e-Visa (90d)
Flights
Getting There
City to City
Getting Between Chiang Mai & Hoi An
Climate
Weather & Best Time to Visit
Β°C Β· mm
πΉπ Chiang Mai
35Β°C
High
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22Β°C
Low
π§ Rainfall: 11mm/month
Best months: Jan, Nov, Dec
π»π³ Hoi An
28Β°C
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23Β°C
Low
π§ Rainfall: 72mm/month
Best months: Mar, Apr
Things To Do
Top Attractions
πΉπ Chiang Mai
1. Buddhist Manuscript Library and MuseumFree
2. Khru Ba Srivijaya MonumentFree
3. Ku LuaFree
4. San Ku RuinsFree
5. Thapae GateFree
π»π³ Hoi An
1. Kazimierz KwiatkowskiFree
2. Assembly Hall of the Hainan Chinese Congreβ¦Free
3. Ceramic Tiles Museum
4. Cua Dai BeachFree
5. CΓ΄ng ViΓͺn VΖ°α»n TượngFree
Common Questions
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