It was a little too calm (burning season)

Easily the calmest Mad Monkey I’ve seen. Nevertheless, very friendly staff, comfy beds, nice people around, and great prices.

Stayed in April 2024

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Was a bit far out from Pai centre. Place wasn't very clean and showers were cold. For a party hostel it wasn't very social - probably other party hostels if you want a social pai experience

Sraff were good and good activities run by the hostel made it simple.

Stayed in February 2024

Overall great experience and no complaints. We even extended our stay.

Very nice social area, the staff were so nice and fun, they have activities every night and offer day tours as well. The laundry service was very fast and my clothes were smelling so good. You can book scooters from the reception and it is only a 10 minute walk to the centre of the town.

Stayed in January 2024

The showers were cold & only 2 showers to share between two dorms.

Hostel is in a good location about 15min walk from the town. Very social if you are looking to meet people. They organize events every night. Rooms were exactly what you need and staff were very friendly

Stayed in January 2024

It’s a bit far out of the main square (20 min walk) which was a bit of a nightmare as it’s a dark street so as a solo traveller I probably wouldn’t stay here. I ended my stay early as I didn’t want to do the walk on my own if it got dark. Bathrooms could also do with a redo as they’re a bit rank

The dorms are in bungalows which is super cool, it’s a really social hostel which will organise as much as you will let them. Staff also lovely

Stayed in January 2024

They were always modifying the price according to the nr of reservations. Super weird. Location is 20min walking from the center. Good if you have a moto.

Nice property and garden, clean comfy rooms and kind staff

Stayed in January 2024

Miles away from centre of Pai

Friendly staff

Stayed in December 2023

Female dorm had no curtains around beds so not particularly private Bathroom drains smelled funky Although I booked a female dorm, another resident brought back a male to 'stay the night'. I appreciate this happens frequently in mad monkeys but at least use the mixed dorms for noisy heavy petting... I think more obvious signs should be put up to deter this behaviour, we chose a female dorm for a reason!

Social atmosphere and friendly staff Food was reasonably priced and tasty

Stayed in December 2023

rooms didn’t have much room for others luggage, definitely the least busy mad monkey i’ve been to. The staff were great and helpful tho

location was good

Stayed in December 2023

It was perfect for me

All the staff were warm and friendly, especially at the bar ,Nam , Georgia , Peter ….. and also reception were always ready to help or suggest best places , things to do and see

Stayed in December 2023

Very relaxed atmosphere, still the option to socialise and lots of activities organised by the hostel

Stayed in December 2023

Mad Monkey is one of the best hostels I've stayed at. The staff were so cool! They always made sure everyone was having a great time. Situated right outside the town centre, the place had the perfect combination of calmness and liveliness.

Stayed in October 2023

A little bit far away from the center

Super fancy staff, lots of activities, best place to party for sure !

Stayed in October 2023

Outside of Pai. The road to the hostel isn't lit at night nor are there footpaths. Rent a bike to make life easier. Be careful when coming home from the pub crawl.

Great social environment in the hostel. The staff were accommodating and helpful. Reps created a good party atmosphere. Very basic as expected for a Mad Monkey hostel

Stayed in August 2023

Jack is a great host and you feel home there. Is so easy to meet people.

Stayed in May 2023

We all agreed the music and microphone needs to be quieter - the noise does stop at 12 tbf and I know it’s a party hostel but it soooo loud that we couldn’t speak to other travellers and we needed to go into our rooms to speak to each other which made it unsociable. Location is sadly a bit out of the way ☹️ I do think the purple foam seat covers in the dorm toilets weren’t the most hygienic - they can’t be wiped so if someone pees on the seat you’re kinda sat in it

The beds were really comfy - they had a real duvet (not a thin blanket) with a very soft mattress. The bathrooms were always really clean too. The lady on reception with the pretty makeup was lovely, we also loved Jimmy and Jack. They were super friendly and helpful.

Stayed in May 2023

no curtains, showers often ran cold, no real communal area only outdoor seating

great staff, good vibes, good people, location was okay

Stayed in April 2023

Not a complaint but suggestion maybe offer some more in-house games or social networking events to help solo travellers make more friends within the hostel!

Mad monkey had a very nice relaxed modern vibe to it as well as being very clean, great value for money and offering all services you would need with a hostel. The hostel is located a small five minute walk away from the local bars and walking Street which means when It comes to heading back and getting a good nights sleep this is very achievable.

Stayed in March 2023

Not very sociable, the pool had no water and the air conditioning was awful

Good beds

Stayed in April 2024

No curtains so feels like you are sharing a bed with strangers. Loud calls to karoke were a lot when u just want a nap to get over your hangover. The guys were nice but if you arent looking for super organised, not so busy, events it might not be for you.

Activities were available if that was your thing, beds comfy, friendly atmosphere.

Stayed in January 2024

Drunk kids

Nothing

Stayed in March 2024

I love this Hostel! The staff goes above and beyond to put on activities that make your days packed with fun excursions. If you’re under 30 and want to socialize without planning much this is the place to stay! I’ve been backpacking solo and this is where I met the most people. They are also careful to limit noise after 10pm by taking the party elsewhere so if you need a day off that will be fine too! The staff here are all lovely, everyone was very nice to me. The rooms were clean, the bathrooms were cleaned. Cleaning often makes you feel clean all the time. I will definitely come back.

Stayed in February 2024

Our beds and towels were dirty on arrival, the window in our dorm was broken open so insects kept coming in, showers weren’t very good and bathrooms smelt a lot

Great location, the outside social area is a lot of fun, the staff are amazing and it’s a wonderful atmosphere

Stayed in February 2024