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About No. 8 Pai
Located in the heart of Pai, No. 8 Pai is a small, family-run hostel offering dormitory accommodation in one of Northern Thailand's most popular tourist towns. Its central location allows guests easy access to Pai's pedestrian zone, cafes, restaurants, and night market, making it ideal for exploring the town on foot without needing transportation.
The dormitories are a particular highlight: five beds in a separate arrangement offer guests significantly more space than in a typical hostel. Each dormitory has a refrigerator for drinks and snacks, two bathrooms, and a fan – according to regular guests, the air conditioning is perfectly adequate. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, largely thanks to the host family, who are consistently praised for their friendliness, helpfulness, and hospitality. Many guests stay here for extended periods and describe the hostel as a second home.
Hostel No. 8 Pai is ideal for solo travelers on a budget and backpackers looking for clean, comfortable, and well-located accommodation without having to pay for unnecessary amenities. As the hostel is small and popular, early booking is recommended, especially during Pai's peak season between November and February when the town is busiest.
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Highly rated restaurants are within walking distance of No. 8 Pai, starting with the nearest one. The few minutes pass at a leisurely pace in the heat.
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Google reviews
This place was like a second home to me. I spent a total of three weeks there, and Hans, Sol, and Lisa felt like family 🥰. They teased each other and the guests in a friendly and relaxed way, but were also warm and caring. I felt so safe and comfortable at this guesthouse. They helped me with so many things, from getting my bearings at the hospital to calling the henna studio, where they helped me get a really disastrous henna tattoo removed in an hour instead of a week 😅. They even shared fruits and vegetables with me that I'd never eaten before (snow alotus! Delicious!). The coffee is fantastic, the fully equipped kitchen and refrigerator are available, and there's a water station across the street for 1 baht/liter (where the laundry service is also great!). I loved the covered outdoor seating area – perfect in any weather. The location is amazing… I could go for a lovely run in the mountains every morning and be in the pedestrian zone in minutes. I didn't normally need a scooter, but there were several scooter rental shops nearby. I'm grateful for this family and the time I was able to spend here :).
I enjoyed my stay. My room had five beds, not bunk beds, which made it more spacious. There was a refrigerator for drinks and snacks. There were also two toilets and a shower. The water pressure in the shower could have been better. Parking is available, and the lady who runs the hotel is very nice. Better blankets would be helpful, as it gets cold around 5 a.m. I had to use two thin ones. All the guests slept fully clothed. Nevertheless, it was a comfortable stay.
The accommodation is really lovely and centrally located! The owner is super nice and charming! The bedroom is large and spacious, with five beds and two bathrooms. However, the beds are very hard, like in the rest of Pai.
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230 Tambon Wiang Tai, Amphoe Pai, Chang Wat Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand
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Questions about No. 8 Pai
No. 8 Pai has a 4.6★ rating based on 41 Google reviews.
The best time to visit Pai is from November to February, as the weather is most stable then. The peak season is from December to January; those who arrive early in the day will generally encounter fewer visitors. From mid-February to April, travel should be carefully considered (hot and hazy).
Restaurant No. 8 Pai is located at 230 Tambon Wiang Tai, Amphoe Pai, Chang Wat Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand, in Pai. The best way to get around Pai is by rented motorbike (essential, 150 Baht/day) or rented bicycle.
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