Staying at Nola Hub in Pai feels like joining a family. This hostel is designed for outgoing and adventurous guests aged between 18 and 35, ensuring a social atmosphere. Their pod-style beds are super comfy and the common area is a hotspot for activities like movie nights and ping pong, and the friendly staff (including two playful French bulldogs, Pablo and Bruce) make everyone feel at home. Perfect for those looking to meet new friends and create lasting memories in Pai.

If you're craving a hearty meal in Pai, Blue Ox is the place to be. Known for its steaks and ribs, this restaurant has great reviews for its food quality and welcoming and friendly staff. The rib-eye was perfectly cooked and the salad bar is amazing. One of the best meals I had in Thailand.

Bros Bar in Pai is a fantastic spot for a fun night out. You can enjoy their great live music while sipping a drink or eating some snacks. The bar is also the perfect spot for socializing with other guests and make new friends.

I don’t know if the name of this cafe has anything to do with the spiciness of some dishes, but this spot is an authentic hidden gem. It’s a great place to enjoy a breakfast while admiring the views to the river. The Thai tea is really tasty, the food is flavorful and the staff is really friendly. You couldn’t ask for more.

Tha Pai Hot Springs, offers a relaxing and rejuvenating experience in a beautiful natural setting. Located within the Huai Nam Dang National Park, the springs feature a series of pools with varying temperatures, from comfortably warm to nearly boiling. The top pools are too hot for bathing, but the lower ones provide perfect spots to soak and relax. Entry costs around 300 Baht, and there are amenities like toilets and changing rooms on-site. If you want to avoid crowds, try to arrive early.

Stretching 800 meters across lush rice fields, this eco-friendly bridge connects the village of Kung Mai Sak to the Wat Phra That Mae Yen temple. The scenery here is breathtaking, with the best views during the rainy season from July to November when the rice fields are at their greenest. Visiting the Bamboo Bridge is best done early in the morning to avoid crowds. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and good shoes. There is no official entrance fee, but donations are encouraged to help with the maintenance of the bridge and support local community projects.