While Mad Monkey properties are known for providing high-speed, complimentary WiFi, the journey between hostels often leaves travelers in a digital dead zone. From landing at an unfamiliar airport to navigating long-haul bus routes across borders, the lack of reliable data can turn a simple trip into a stressful experience. The Mad Monkey eSIM addresses this by offering high-speed data that works the moment a traveler enters a new country, bypassing the need for unreliable airport WiFi or the hunt for physical local SIM cards.
In a significant shift toward a more integrated guest experience, Mad Monkey has embedded the eSIM purchase directly into its reservation ecosystem. Travelers can now secure their data connection as a simple add-on at the checkout page while booking their room. This “one-click” approach ensures that connectivity is sorted well before the traveler departs.
“Our goal is to make travel as seamless and stress-free as possible,” says Kyle Kenny, Commercial Director at Mad Monkey. “We know the struggle of landing in a new country, sweating at the luggage carousel, and feeling immediately disconnected because your maps won’t load. By integrating Celitech’s technology, our guests are now connected before they even step off the plane, giving them instant access to transport apps, emergency contacts, and maps.”
The Mad Monkey eSIM is priced aggressively for the budget-conscious backpacker, starting at just $5 USD for 1GB of data. Unlike traditional roaming plans or local SIMs that are locked to a single country, this eSIM is globally compatible. A single digital installation allows travelers to roam across all Mad Monkey locations in Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Vietnam, and the Philippines, as well as over 190 other countries.
Key Technical and Community Benefits:
- Instant Activation: No physical chips or paperclips required; the eSIM is delivered digitally and activated via a QR code.
- User-Friendly Management: Users can track their data usage and top up instantly through a dedicated portal powered by Celitech.
- Global Coverage: One digital eSIM provides high-speed data access worldwide.
- Loyalty Perks: The service is offered as an exclusive upgrade for members of the Mad Monkey loyalty program.
The partnership with Celitech, a leader in programmable wireless connectivity, ensures that Mad Monkey guests have access to the most reliable networks at local rates. The Mad Monkey eSIM is available for immediate purchase at madmonkey.celitech.com and is now live as an add-on feature for all new hostel bookings.
About Mad Monkey Hostels
Mad Monkey is a leading hostel operator in Southeast Asia, known for experience-driven stays that blend affordable accommodation with community, adventure, and unforgettable social energy. With locations across Cambodia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Laos, and Australia, Mad Monkey is more than a place to stay – it’s a place to belong.
About Celitech
Celitech is the world’s first fully programmable eSIM platform, offering global cellular data through a proprietary API. Named “Overall Wireless Broadband Solution of the Year,” Celitech provides travel brands with a seamless way to offer premium international data to their customers, keeping them connected in over 190 countries.
