Chiang Mai, which was formerly little more than a hillside paradise, has quickly developed into a popular tourist destination as well as a significant city in its own right. Mountains provided enough separation from the Central Plains for a distinct civilization to emerge, one that was characterized by distinctive architecture and crafts like woodcarving, porcelain, and lacquerware.
If there’s any place where it pays to splurge on your accommodations, it’s got to be Chiang Mai. For the ultimate in luxury and comfort, check out these five-star hotels in Chiang Mai:
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort
Address: 123, 1 Charoen Prathet Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 253 333
Located on the banks of the Mae Ping River, Anantara Chiang Mai Resort presents deluxe rooms and suites that feature open-plan tropical design with contemporary Thai motifs and materials..
Choose from 52 rooms, 32 suites and 26 serviced suites. Relax on your balcony daybed, or at the adults-only pool. There’s a 100-year-old heritage house for dining and events. Enjoy Muay Thai boxing, healing spa therapies, and cooking class experiences.
Le Méridien Chiang Mai
Address: 108 Changklan Rd, Tambon Chang Moi, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 253 666
Featuring views of Doi Suthep mountain or the city, the elegant rooms of Le Méridien Chiang Mai include a flat-screen TV, minibar and a personal safe. The large private bathrooms each have a separate bathtub and hot-water shower. 24-hour room service is also available.
The 5-star Le Meridien Chiang Mai – SHA Plus is in the center of the famous Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. It is 4 miles from Chiang Mai International Airport and 16 miles from Doi Suthep Temple. Free parking is available.
The Spa features a relaxing menu of body massage and herbal treatments. Guests can also exercise at the gym or arrange a day trip at the tour desk. There is also an on-site shopping arcade.
Favola serves popular Italian dishes with a modern spin, and Latest Recipe provides international buffets from its interactive open kitchen. Snacks and cocktails can be enjoyed at Latitude 18 or the poolside Plunge terrace.
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Address: 89/8 Changklan Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 253 888
Located in the heart of Chiang Mai and surrounded by stunning vistas of Northern Thailand’s mountain ranges, Shangri-La Chiang Mai offers a family-friendly 5-star experience. With the largest pool in the city, and easy access to the Night Bazaar, Old City, and transport for onward adventures, the hotel is the ideal destination for guests looking to indulge, unwind, discover, and explore.
Shangri-La Chiang Mai offers 277 rooms and suites, 4 dining venues, 10 fully equipped meeting facilities, there’s something for every type of guest.
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
Address: 502 Moo 1, Mae Rim-Samoeng Old Road Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50180, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 298 181
Nestled among emerald rice fields, Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai is a sanctuary of well-being, perfect for unwinding, recharging and finding your fulfilment with individually-tailored experiences. Journey on the path to well-being on your own terms, from a private pavilion overlooking the verdant landscape or the plush interiors of an exclusive residence.
The resort is focused on sustainability and restoration – from the F&B menus curated
by its culinary experts, to the Coral Conservation Project, led by an in-house marine biologist. For a quiet getaway, The Secret Garden Spa offers relaxing experiences, both within a tropical setting and on the beach.
Cross Chiang Mai Riverside
Address: 369/1 Thanon Charoenrajd, Wat Ket, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 931 999
Cross Chiang Mai Riverside’s unique design blends modern elements with the traditional Lanna style that is the hallmark of Northern Thailand. Located on the tranquil banks of the Ping River, the surroundings provide a balance of natural serenity with the vibrancy of the Chiang Mai city center that is just minutes away.
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.
Enjoy fine dining at the award-winning Oxygen Dining Room, which combines sophisticated French cuisine with traditional Thai flavors. This glass-clad dining room blends seamlessly with its surroundings, allowing guests to feel as if they are dining in a serene shady garden.
With the Ozone Gym-Pool-Roof Bar, the Cross Spa, the Oxygen Dining Room serving French/Thai fusion haute cuisine, and the Library Bar & Café, Cross Chiang Mai Riverside’s facilities provide guests with endless opportunities for new experiences of both excitement and relaxation.
Sireeampan Luxury Retreat
Address: 88/8 หมู่ 1 Tambon Chang Phueak, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 327 777
Sireeampan Luxury Retreat is Chiang Mai’s quaint and charming boutique resort and spa, where rich Siamese heritage meets modern luxury. Featuring 11 exquisitely designed suites in a replica Thai manor from the Rattanakosin era (circa 1780), guests are pampered with second-to-none luxury and fully personalized service.
The suites are named after 11 gemstones which form an integral part of Thailand’s rich jewellery heritage. Each suite features colours, textures and artwork that complement the unique surrounds of the country’s spiritual capital. Five-fixture bathrooms and modern luxury amenities accent each room, from a state-of-the-art Apple TV/iPad entertainment system to 600 thread count bed linen and luxury bath amenities.
Raya Heritage
Address: 157 Don Kaeo, Mae Rim District, Chiang Mai 50180, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 111 670
Inspired by the spirit of Lanna life in former times, Raya Heritage offers a clean, contemporary take on traditional Thai design. Beautifully curated, one-of-a-kind furniture pieces, artefacts and accessories, sourced from and often created by hand by local craftspeople, are featured throughout.
Raya Heritage offers 38 spacious suite rooms situated on 3 levels set in lush gardens just steps from the banks of the tranquil Ping River.
The fully-equipped suties feature comfortable outdoor terrace areas and many of them have private pools. Handcrafted artisanal touches such as handwoven textiles, baskets, pottery and woodcarvings underscore a style of luxury based on simple, natural beauty and northern Thailand’s unique heritage.
137 Pillars House Chiang Mai
Address: 2 ถนน NHA Wat Kaet 1 Alley, Tambon Chang Moi, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 247 788
The award-winning 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai is a stunning 30 suite boutique hotel with a rich colonial past; built around the original colonial teak homestead which dates back to the late 1800s. It is located in a leafy residential enclave a few minutes’ walk from the historical Watt Gate Temple, Ping River and trendy boutique shopping area. The Wat Gate area was originally designated by the government as the area where foreigners resided.
Its 30 luxurious and spacious suites are exquisitely appointed, all with butler service, high ceilings, large walk in wardrobes, stunning bathrooms with free standing Victorian bath tubs, dual washbasins, separate indoor and outdoor showers, 400 thread count bed linen and ultra-comfortable four poster beds, vintage tiled verandahs with large daybeds and signature 137 Pillars rocking chairs and cane shades for privacy.
Villa Mahabhirom
Address: หมู่ที่ 10 62 Suthep Rd, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 271 200
Villa Mahabhirom is located on the road to the historic Wat U Mong (U Mong Temple), the original seat of the Sri Lankan tradition of Buddhism in Lanna that was founded in the 13th century, against the mountains of Doi Suthep (Suthep Peak), the symbol of Chiang Mai.
The villas of Villa Mahabhirom are antique Thai houses (ruean thai) with provenance dating back over a century. They offer between 50 and 98 square meters of combined living space. Raised on stilts and topped with a distinctive gabled roof complete with handmade clay tiles, the restored teakwood Villas reflect the social, cultural and religious beliefs as well as the traditional way of life of the Thai people. Refitted to suit modern lifestyles, the upper level of each Villa houses a suite of bedroom, study area and spacious Italian marble bathroom featuring the latest amenities. A covered, private, open-air balcony extends from the suite for you to enjoy our lush tropical garden.
Each Villa offers garden, courtyard plunge pool, main swimming pool or mountain view. Some Villas feature a covered, open-air living room on the ground level decorated with objet d’arts and antiques from our Owner’s Private Collection.
Na Nirand Resort
Address: 1/1 Soi 9 Charoen Prathet Rd, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Phone: +66 53 280 988
Na Nirand Resort is a charming hideaway nestled in the heart of Chiang Mai. Legendary stories combined with the history of the Charoenprathet road area, the location of the resort, are the inspiration behind the birth of this beautiful gem.
Guests can choose from 39 deluxe residences, 2 corner suites, and 4 riverfront colonial suites. All residences are designed in the half-wood Lanna-Colonial style. The combination of classic and romantic art with local Lanna architecture is reflected with warmth through the decor.
Traditional crafts are used in every aspect of design, such as the many unique Lanna woven cloth patterns, room utilities constructed by local villagers, including wood and rattan furniture, to display the skills of the local craftsmen and to help spread extra income among the communities.
The resort is surrounded by indigenous trees, large and small, allowing guests to feel and experience natural peace, tranquility, and relaxation. The residences and facility buildings are all designed to encompass the giant rain tree.