Homey Hostel Hatyai

After waiting an hour without hearing back and seeing no one turn up, I gave up and booked another hotel instead of waiting any longer. Three or four hours later, someone texted to ask where I was. I was quite disappointed with how this was handled.

A good spot for backpackers. The owner is friendly and takes care of everything. I’ve never found that before. I love it ❤️

The bed was very comfortable, the AC worked perfectly, and the housekeeper was extremely polite, friendly, and helpful. But there are quite a few things that could be better. The hostel is far down an alley, so it’s a long walk in Hat Yai’s intense heat, past barking stray dogs. There were mosquitoes inside, and the shared kitchen felt stuffy without a fan. Management rarely replied to messages. The bathroom door made a lot of noise, and the water pressure was extremely weak. At night, loud conversations and music bass could be heard until 1AM. I could also smell cigarette smoke inside, despite the strict no-smoking policy.

The only real drawback for me was the lack of hot water, haha. It wasn’t a major problem in such hot weather, though. The owner was very kind and friendly, and the cleanliness was incredible for the price. It’s a comfortable, quiet place a little way from the city center, which suited me as a solo traveler. There are lots of nearby restaurants, though with so many halal options, they weren’t much of a draw for me since I live in Malaysia. If you need anything else, it’s all there. You can also rent a bike from the owner for 55 baht a day, making it even more affordable to get around. I don’t need anything more, and I’d definitely stay here again if I travel solo to Hat Yai. It’s the best hotel I’ve stayed at recently, not just in Hat Yai but among all the hotels I’ve been to.