Welcome To Chiang Mai
The old city of Chiang Mai is a showcase of the north's fascinating indigenous cultural identity.
That includes diverse dialects, a delectable cuisine, distinctive architecture, lively festivals, northern style massage, and classical dances. Chiang Mai is also blessed with pristine natural resources including mountains, waterfalls, and rivers.
The presence of numerous hill tribes that feature a wealth of unique cultures enhances Chiang Mai's distinctive diversity. Hill tribe trekking, often combined with river rafting has always been one of Chiang Mai's greatest tourist attractions.
As night bazaars go, the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is one of the best. The vibrant atmosphere and staggering amount of products available for sale makes this market one of the biggest tourist draws in the city, and with good reason. Hundreds of restaurants and street food stalls for all tastes can also be found in the immediate area.
Haggling is expected here, and if you play your cards right you can land a really good deal.
Nowadays there are innumerable activities and attractions both in the city and the surrounding province. With such a diverse range of attractions and an equally grand selection of dining and accommodation options, Chiang Mai is a place where travellers can enjoy the ultimate Thai welcome.
Most hotels are only available for a 2-night minimum and * indicates a preferred partner.
Getting there
By far the quickest option to get to Chiang Mai from Bangkok is to fly. There are more than 20 flights per day from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport and Don Mueang International (DMK) Airport, and the average flying time for a direct flight from Bangkok to Krabi is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Hotels in Chiang Mai
*Cross Chiang Mai Riverside
The Cross Chiang Mai Riverside is located between the serene surroundings of the river and the busy but vibrant life of the city which is just a few minutes away.
Situated on the tranquil banks of the Ping River, nature takes centre stage as the resort’s courtyard is interspersed with leafy 100-year-old tamarind trees, while the rooftop infinity pool overlooks the tranquil flow of the Ping River.
The Cross Chiang Mai Riverside offers a unique design that blends modern elements with the traditional Lanna style that is a hallmark of Northern Thailand living. The luxury resort has won numerous awards and accolades since its opening.
The luxury 5-story resort features 30 elegantly designed suites and guests can enjoy the luxurious Spa and fitness facilities, as well as fine dining in the Oxygen dining room. For those with a discerning taste for fine wine, H2O Water bar and Tea lounge allows guests to pair mineral water from around the world with Tea blends from renowned tea estates, in addition The H2O serves Michelin designed tapas and crafted delicacies in our internal courtyard which overlooks the properties original well.
The Cross Chiang Mai Riverside resort offers guests the very essence of true boutique resort luxury, The Cross-To experience promises to bring to Chiang Mai a new standard of hospitality, comfort, and excitement. The journey north begins at Cross-To, bringing you a unique blend of culture, elegance, fine dining, and fun.
Book now for the 1st April 2023 onwards!
Na Nirand
Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort is a solid five star property offering guests a superb location, high service standards and impeccable style.
The Chiang Mai international airport is about 6 km or a 15 - 20 minute drive from the Resort. The hotel lies beside the bank of the Ping River and is situated next to one of Chiang Mai’s most famous ancient temples: Wat Chai Mongkhon. The Night Bazaar and other attractions in the Old Town are a short 10 – 15 minute walk from the Resort.
The architectural design of the Hotel is a pleasing mix of traditional and modern northern Thailand, or Lanna, style. Features of the hotel include an international restaurant with river views, rooftop wine bar, outdoor pool, spa, gym and a garden with a majestic 100-year-old rain tree.
Na Nirand offers rooms that are spacious with high ceilings, and most have a balcony with either a courtyard or river view. The hotel’s rooms are wireless internet ready, is exceptionally well decorated and comes with the following amenities: flat-screen TV, mini-fridge hair dryer, safety deposit box, slippers and bathrobes.
Free parking is available to guests with vehicles. Laundry, dry cleaning and iron services are available with additional charge.
Book now for the 1st April 2023 onwards!
Rachamankha
Rachamankha is a two-storey 25 room and suite hotel situated at the heart of the historic city of old Chiang Mai.
The hotel itself is quite near to 4 historical temples particularly the Wat Phra Singh, elephant camps, local spas, restaurants and about 15 minutes drive to the airport.
The hotel boasts its majestic architectural design that would bring you back in time to the old world of Thailand. Rachamankha houses variety of antiques from all over the world that lies throughout the premises waiting for you to discover.
Gastronomic experience in Rachamankha is also superb with the combination of delicious food and serene settings. The hotel offers variety of facility such as 20 meter pool, colonnaded courtyards and open air massage pavilion. Rachamankha is perfect venue for various occasions, romantic get-away, business meetings, out of town trip with family and/or even to get away from the busy city life.
Rachamankha has 2 types of rooms for you to choose from: Courtyard superior and Grand Deluxe.
Rachamankha rooms are clean, and the hotel rooms’ theme does not go far from the theme of the hotel itself, be in awe with their oriental designed rooms, antique Chinese cabinets, flower arrangements, and walls made from traditional lime plastered brick. Rachamankha’s rooms offers both leisure and work amenities like wireless internet, wide screen led tv and cd/dvd.
Book now for the 1st May 2023 onwards!