THE RESIDENCE IN CHIANG MAI: 2012

2555-07-12

Fang District

Angkhang Nature Resort

S: 1/1 Moo 5 Ban Koom Mae Ngon, Fang Chiang Mai 50320

T: (053) 450 110

This upscale resort in Doi AngKhang offers 74 well-furnished guestrooms and suites in natural surroundings. The facilities are international standard with a spa and restaurant serving Western and Thai food. It’s a good base from which to explore the area with a range of activities and the best comfort you can find in this remote mountain area.

Royal Agricultural Research Station AngKhang

S: AngKhang, Fang Chiang Mai 50320

T: (053) 450 107-9 ext 113-114

W: www.angkhangstation.com

Due to its prime location inside the station, the accommodation is often full during the high season. Different room types are on offer ranging from a standard room for two to a big rustic villa that can accommodate up to four people and a dorm-style room for six people.

Baan Din Lao Chang Resort

S: 106 Moo 12, Ban Yang, Mae Ngon, Fang Chiang Mai 50320

T: (087) 124 8060, (089) 852 0576

Located in Ban Yang village in the foothills of Doi Angkhang, this terracotta-coloured clay resort opened early 2010. It has only six rooms starting at Bt800 for a twin room, but the prices go up to Bt1,200 a night inclusive of breakfast during December and January. The restaurant serves superb Yunnanese Suki hotpot at Bt1,500 (serves up to eight people).

Phumanee Home Hotel

S: 122/1 Moo 4 Wiang, fang, Chiang Mai 50110

T: (053) 452 875-6

W: www.phumaneehotel.com

This new budget hotel in Fang town center is run by Lahu family. The room are clean and comfortable and come with free wireless internet and breakfast. The reception desk is open 24 hours and they can arrange tours to nearby Lahu villages as well as home stay accommodation in the village.

Ban Luang Resort

S: 58 Moo 2, Mae On, Fang, Chiang Mai 50110

T: (081) 881 8114, (081) 881 7002

W: www.banluangresort.com

Ban Fang Hotel

S: 49 Moo 3 Tapae Road, Wiang, Fang, Chiang Mai 50110

T: (053) 451 281, (084) 368 6995

Nacha Resort

S: 120 Moo 14 Wiang, Fang, Chiang Mai 50110

T: (053) 451 941

W: www.nacharesort.com

Ban Pang Doi Ngam

S: Moo 7, Pongnamron, Fang, Chiang Mai 50110

T: (086) 911 8782, (089) 632 6784

W: www.banpangdoingam.com

Tangerine Ville Chiang Mai

S: 117 Moo 2, Sansai, Fang, Chiang Mai 50110

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E: tangering_fang@hotmail.com

AngKhang Mountain View Resort (Suvannaphume House)

S: 29 Moo 5, Mae Ngon, Fang, Chiang Mai 50320

T: (053) 450 045, (081) 765 5609

W: www.angkhangmountainview.com

Angkhang Villa

S: 16 Moo 5, Ban Khum, Mae Ngon, Fang, Chiang Mai

T: (053) 450 010, (053) 450 023, (081) 881 8114

W: www.angkhangvilla.com

2555-07-04

Wiang Heang District

Ban Rabiangmai Resort

S: Moo 3, Piang Luang, Wiang Haeng, Chiang Mai 50350

T: (053) 049 044, (089) 952 6688, (085) 6226591

SaringKhan Hut

S: 104 Moo 3, Muang Hang, Wiang Hang, Chiang Mai 50350

T: (081) 022 3703, (053) 477 239

Khum Wiang Heang

S: 12 Moo 10, Muang Haeng, Wiang Haeng, Chiang Mai 50350

T: (053) 477 177, (053) 476 022

Piang Luang Guesthouse

S: Piang Luang, Wiang Haeng, Chiang Mai 50350

T: (053) 476 066, (053) 476 101

Ban Suan Chomview Resort

S: 278 Moo 3, Piang Luang, Wiang Haeng, Chiang Mai 50350
T: (084) 487 5399, (081) 784 9830

Mon Ju Kua Resort

S: Moo 10, Muang Haeng, Wiang Haeng, Chiang Mai 50350

T: (086) 198 7888

Rai Chiang Pueak

S: Muang Haeng, Wiang Haeng, Chaing Mai 50350

T: (053) 477 341, (086) 195 1308

2555-06-27

Chiang Dao District

Chiang Dao Neat Mini Resort

S: 144/4 Moo 5, Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai 50170

T: (053) 456 242

W: www.chiangdao.com

Chiang Dao Nest has two venues in Chiang Dao. As you drive through Ban Tham past Chiang Dao cave, you will see Chiang Dao Nest 2 on your left; The Nest 1 is 700 metres fuether on. Both location offer similar types of accommodation along with good quality restaurants. Nest 1 has 200 Rooms while Nest 2 has six. In terms of restaurants, Nest 1 offers western cuisine while Nest 2 serves mainly Thai. Both places serve a good breakfast and there’s a swimming pool at Nest 1 that guests at both properties can use.

Yang Tone farmstay

S: 208 Moo 12, Rong Vua, Soi 9, Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai 50170

T: (081) 950 4993, (053) 121 626

W: www.yangtonefarnstay.com

Yang Tone Farmstay is located on the left branch of the road leading to Chiang Dao cave. Tucked away in a large fruit orchard, it’s very peaceful and offers a superb view of Doi Chaing Dao. Eceh bungalow is simple and equipped with fan and private bathroom. There’s a log Cabin suitable for six persons by a stream. Activities include bird watching, rafting and trekking.

Marisa Resort and Spa

S: 304 Moo 4 Maung Ngai, Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai 50170

T: (053) 375 317, (053) 375 517

W: www.marisaresort.com

The luxury resort has a number of villas in a lush garden, some of them offering a view of Doi Luang Chiang Dao. Each villa is different and is assigned its own name. Some have two double rooms with bathroom and living room and there are also rooms for two people by the stream. Facilities include a spa, restaurant, swimming pool, mountain bikes ad car for rent.

Malee’s Nature Lovers Bungalows

S: 144/2 Moo 5, Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai 50170

T: (081) 961 8387, (053) 456 426, (053) 456 508

W: www.maleenature.com

Located one kilometer north of Chiang Dao cave in the direction of Wat Tham Pha Plong, Maree’s is set in a lovely garden and offers many types of accommodation from a budget standard room to deluxe bungalows and even a two-storey house with three bedrooms. The restaurant is at the front. Maree’s is a good base from which to explore Chiang Dao and to spend a few quiet nights surrounded by nature.

Rimdoi Resort

S: 46 Moo 4, Muang Ngai, Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai 50170

T: (053) 375 028-9

This Thai-style resort in Muang Ngai is set in a spacious garden with ponds. The resort provides areas for functions and group activities from seminars to weddings. There are many types of accommodation for small and big groups, all decorated with teak wood furniture.

Nature Home Guesthouse

S: 233 Moo 12 Ban Rong Vua, Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai 50170

T: (089) 913 3199, (089) 955 9074, (053) 455 971

W: www.chiangdaonaturehome.com

2555-06-26

Phrao District

Doi Farang Bungalow

Holiday Resort

S: 203 Moo 1, Pa Nai, Phrao, Chiang Mai 50190

T: (053) 017 556, (081) 885 0588

W: www.doifarangbungalow.com

This resort in Phrao has been catering to foreign visitors for around 12 years and while it’s quite far from town and signposts are few and far between, it can be found on Google maps and by following directions through the rice paddies from Pa Nai village. Doi Farang has 17 rooms in three styles: brick house, rice barn and Lanna house, plus a swimming pool and restaurant, and is surrounded by fruit orchards and rice fields. The German owner offers a variety of activities including trekking to Doi Mon Larn.

Lhong Khao Resort

S: 140 Chiang Mai – Phrao Rd. (Km 39 on Highway 1001), Ban Mae hor Pra, Mae Tang, Chiang Mai 50150

T: (053) 967300-3

W: www.lhongkhaoresort.com

Lhong Khao is the old Lanna word for rice barn, and the traditional barns were made of wood and built in a unique shape with large, round wooden columns. Lhong Khao Resort has modified a number of old rice barns into guest bungalows while retaining the character of the traditional architecture. It offers 13 rooms at reasonable prices, most of them with a great view of Mae Tang.

83 Bungalow & Resort

S: 124 Moo 6, Patun, Phrao, Chiang Mai 50190

T: (053) 889 230, (081) 881 7832

W: www.83bugalow.com

Located about two kilometers from Phrao town on highway 1150, this place is run by a local family and offers different types of rooms at the back of the family home. The rooms are basic and there are no resort facilities but it’s a decent and clean place to stay in this remote town.

Nature Lodge

S: 260 Moo 1 Ban Thungdang, Loung Khod, Phrao, Chiang Mai 50190

T: (081) 111 1926, (081) 901 3540

W: www.naturelodge.org

Aom Doi Resort

S: 144 Moo 2, Nam Phrae, Phrao, Chiang Mai 50190

T: (081) 925 5855, (084) 129 9855

W: www.aomdoiresort.com

Hugme Resort

S: 185 Moo 2, Loung Khod, Phrao, Chiang Mai 50190

T: (089) 435 5454

BanPak Rim Thung

S: 80 Moo 3, Ban Lor Patong, Nam Phra, Pheao, Chiang Mai 50190

T: (086) 184 5200

Lan Koon View Doi

S: 315/7 Moo 4, Wieng, Phrao, Chiag Mai 50190

T: (053) 889 816, (081) 916 6702

2555-06-16

Mae On district

Tharnthong Lodge

S: 99/1-3 Moo 8 Huay Kaew, Mae On, Chiang Mai 50130
W: www.tharnthonglodges.com

In Ban Huay Kaew not far from Ban Mae Kampong, Tharnthong Lodge has a small number of cottages, some of which can accommodate up to six people. All cottages are made of natural wood and decorated so as to blend with the surroundings. The restaurant has a view of the mountains and the hotel offers several recreational activities including biking, Thai cooking and Thai massage.

John’s Hut

S: 23 Moo 3 Huay Kaew, Mae On, Chiang Mai 50130

T: (081) 568 1652

W: juhnhut-chiangmaiblogspot.com

Uncle John from Newcastle came to explore this area and stayed, finally opening John’s Hut with a small number of huts on the hillside near Ban Mae Kampong. All five huts are designed to blend well with the surrounding nature. A terrace overlooks the lush forest and the surrounding hills.

The Puka Boutique Resort

S: 17/4 Moo 6 Mae Puka, San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai 50130

T: (053) 965 499, (084) 517 0253

W: www.pukaboutiqueresort.com

This luxury boutique accommodation in San Kamphaeng has plenty of charm. It’s set amidst paddy fields and longan orchards with the puka river nearby. Only seven guestrooms are available, each with a different design. Refreshments are served in the lobby all day. Amenities include restaurant, bar, café, business centre, swimming pool and wireless internet.

The Postcard Resort

S: 140/1 Pong Kum, Pa Miang, Doi Saket, Chiang Mai 50220

T: (089) 112 3416, (086) 988 4827, (053) 389 008

W: www.thepostcardresort.com

The Postcard Resort in the foothills near Doi Saket. The Resort has walled framed tens or yurts, each with a private open-air bathroom, king-sized bamboo bed, fan, fridge, TV, water heater and free wireless internet.

La Bhu Salah

S: 85/1 Moo 2, Ban Sahakorn, Mae On, Chiang Mai 50130

W: www.bhusalahchiangmai.com

La Bhu Salah art village in the hills of Mae On, has been especially designed for art lovers. Run by Vatcharin Bhumichitr, a well known chef, cookery book author and restaurateur, this art village and restaurant provides lovely accommodation in traditional Lanna style plus a restaurant and cooking school. All guestrooms have hot water and there is a large screen TV in the lounge.

OnSen Health Spa & Hot Spring Resort

S: 54/1 Moo 5, Ban Sahakorn, Mae On, Chiang Mai 50130

T: (053) 037 074

W: www.onsenhotspringchiangmai.com

This new resort has its own mineral hot springs in onsen stayle with private mineral bath rooms for men and women. It also has an outdoor swimming pool, Thai massage and spa plus 24-hour reception and security service. The resort buildings are painted in bright colours and the decor is pure Lanna. The 10 guestrooms and villas offer all standard amenities.

2555-06-08

Mae Chaem District

Navasuang Resort

S: 65 Moo 9 Tambon Thapha, Mae Chaem, Chiang Mai 50270

T: (053) 828 477

E: navasoungresort@hotmail.com

W: www.navasoungresort.com

This hillside resort is located just outside the town centre and offers a panoramic view of Doi Inthanon, It has 15 cottages and is popular among travellers along route 1192. Its décor is rustic with sugar palm leaves thatch and comfortable facilities. There’s also a swimming pool for those who fancy a dip in the water 650 metres above the sea level.

Huanram Cheammuang

S: Moo 4 Tambon Thapha, Mae Chaem, Chiang Mai 50270

T: (053) 828 397, (081) 387 3638

Located one kilometer before Mae Chaem town centre on the highway 1088 towards also live at this friendly bed & breakfast. There are mattress on the floor to sleep and big windows. Outside is a large balcony and seats to relax. There are onlyfour rooms with lovely views of rice paddies and mountains.

Suan Pa Mae Chaem

S: Mae Chaem, Chiang Mai 50270

T: (053) 249 349

W: www.fio.co.th/travel/watchan/maechaem

Just 30 kilometres from Mae Chaem town cectre, this is a forest park under the Forest Industry Organisation with decent accommodation provided for visitors all year round and plenty of activites. The highlight is a Tarzan House.

Mae Chaem hotel

S: 104/4 Sudsanit Road, Chang Kerg, Mae Chaem, Chiang Mai 50270

T: (053) 828 025, (084) 482 8454

The first hotel of Mae Chaem district in the heart of town with an old building in the front and bungalows at the back.The rooms are basic but staying here allows you to stroll aaround town and see the market and how the local people live. The hotel has a swimming pool at P P&P Sport club at the back of the hotel and also offers one-day or half-day tours along the Mae Chaem Rive at reasonable prices.

2555-06-04

Mae Rim District

Sukantara Cascade Resort & Spa

S: 12/2 Moo 8,Mae Ram sub-district, Mae Rim district, Chiang Mai

T: (081) 881 1444, (081) 881 6570

W: www.sukantara.com

It occupies aterrific location right by awaterfull. It offers a refreshing yet romantic holiday for nature-lovers looking for tranquility amid the mountains, jungle and sound of cicadas at night.

Panviman Chiang Mai Resort & Spa

S: 197/2 Moo 1, Pong Yang, Mae Rim district, Chiang Mai 50180

T: (053) 879 494

W: www.panviman.com

This is a luxury all-suite resort along Mae Rim-Samoeng Road offers all the facilities from spa to restaurants plus a view from the mountaintop and large swimming pools. It also has its own spa academy guaranteeing the quality of its therapists.

Proud Phu fah

S: 97/5 Moo 1, Mae Rim-samoeng Road, (km. 18) Rong Yang, Mae Rim, Chiang Mai 50180

T: (053) 879 389, (053) 879 286, (081) 647 7437

W: www.proudphufah.com

Is a hip boutique resort of 9 villas located in the beautiful setting of Ban Pong Yang Nai. Each villa is inspiring and equipped with wi-fi signal connection, DVD player as well other confortable amenities well ahead of its three-star category.

Mon Cham

S: Mae Ram, Mae Rim, Chiang Mai

T: (081) 806 3993

W: www.thairoyalprojecttour.com

An area perched on a ridge by the Nong Hoi Royal project Development Centre. Here you will stay in tents in a private compound equipped with bathrooms, hot water and electricity. Each tent is equipped with a torch, lamps, towel, sandals and bedding.

Baan Mon Muan

S: 175 Moo 2 Pong Yang, Mae Rim, Chiang Mai 50180

T: (083) 318 6444, (083) 318 6555

W: www.baanmonmuan.com

Offers 8 cottages in the style of lhong khao (Lannarich barn) with all the contemporary comforts of modern-day living plus amazing mountain views at 1,250 metres above sea level.

Sangaroon Cottage

S: 150 Moo 4, North Samoeng, Chiang Mai 50250

T: (087) 000 6830, (081) 815 0379, (089) 4960361

W: www.sangarooncottage.com

This is in Ban Mae Pae, Tambon Samoeng Nua district, 30 minutes from Samoeng district. You can also take the road from Mae Ram passing Tad Mok waterfall, Ban Mae Chee, Ban Mae Pah, Mae Pan, Na Pan to Reach Ban Mae Pae village. The total distance is 35 kilometres. This is a real jungle stay with decent facilities and one of the very few resorts you can find in this part of Samoeng.

2555-06-01

Chiang Mai City

Amari Rincome Hotel

S: 1 Nimmanhaemin Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200

T: (053) 221 044

W: www.amari.com

This local chain is always popular among tourists with good service and a convenient location.

Furama Chiang Mai

S: 54 Huay Kaew Road, Chiang Mai, 50300

T: (053) 415 222

W: www.furama.com

Good value hotel just off Huay Kaew Road with rooftop restaurant and pool and great view of Doi Suthap mountain.

At Niman Conceptual Home

S: 37 Nimmanhaemin Road Soi 9, Muang Chiang Mai 50200

T: (053) 224 949

W: www.atnimancm.com

Located in a quiet part of Nimmanhaemin Soi 9, this nine-room hotel is charming with a lovely Himalayan-inspired bar downstairs.

Kantary Hills Chiang Mai

S: 44 Nimmanhaemin Road Soi 12, Chiang Mai 50200

T: (053) 222 111

W: www.kantarygroup.com

This quality hotel-cum-serviced apartment offers a variety of room types-from studio to 2-bedroom apartments-for both short and long stay visitors.

B2 Premier Chiang Mai Resort & Spa

S: 165 Cholprathan Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200

T: (053) 329 333

W: www.b2hotel.com

Although it’s quite a distance from the city center, this hotel offers good value for money.

Beenthere Donethat Rooms & The Rest

S: 81/1 Cholprathan Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200

T: (081) 860 4624

W: www.beentheredonethatrooms.com

If you have your own transport, this funky guesthouse with a few unique rooms and a laid-back ambiance is definitely worth checking out.

Rachamankha

S: 6 Ratchamankha 9, Phra singh, Chiang Mai 50200

T: (0 53) 904 111

W: www.rachamankha.com

This upscale hotel in the old quarter of Chiang Mai has charming decorative items belonging to the owner who is an avid art collector.

Bodhi Serene Hotel

S: 110 Ratchaphakhinai Road, Phra Sing, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200

T: (053) 903 900

W: www.boutique-hotel-chiangmai.com

A great place to stay in the old city with contemporary Lanna décor. The atmosphere around the pool is wonderful and the buffet breakfast is sumptuous.

De Naga Hotel

S: 21 Ratchamankha Road Soi 2, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200

T: (053) 209 030

W: www.denagahotel.com

This 40-room hotel with a small pool and good breakfast is in a perfect location for exploring the city of Chiang Mai as well as the shopping and the nightlife.

The Grand Napat Service Apartment

S: 70/1 MuenDamPraKot Road, Chang Phuk, Chiang Mai 50300

T: (053) 231 777

W: www.thegrandnapat.com

This hotel-cum-service apartment is reasonably priced and comes with good facilities, but its location is not easy for first-time visitors to Chiang Mai to find their way around.

Mercure Chiang Mai

S: 183 Changpuak Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200

T: (053) 225 500

W: www.accorhotels.com

Formerly known as Novotel, this standard chain hotel is in quite centrally located and offers good service at a reasonable price.

Puripunn Baby Grand Boutique Hotel

S: 104/1 Charoen Muang Soi 2Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50000

T: (053) 302 898

W: www.puripunn.com

This is adelightful example of a Chiang Mai boutique hotel that offers great comfort, beauty and hospitslity.

Tea Vana

S: Chiang Mai-Lamphum Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50000

T: (053) 302 805

W: www.tea-vana.com

Ideal for anyone looking for a small hotel in a central location surrounded by good restaurants and near the Ping River.

D2 Hotel Chiang Mai

S: 100 Chang Klan Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100

T: (053) 999 999

W: www.dusit.com/dusit-d2

Tucked away just next to the Night Bazaar, this modern Thai chain hotel has tangerine as its colour theme, but the hospitality is second to none.

The Chedi Chiang Mai

S: 123 Charoen Prathet Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100

T: (053) 253 333

W: www.ghmhotels.com

Thia is one of the best modern riverside hotels with outstanding style and service.

Ping Nakara Boutique hotel & Spa

S: 135/9 Charoen Prathat Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100

T: (053) 252 999

W: www.pingnakara.com

A colonial boutique hotel with a riverside location ideal for those who love old world charm.

Holiday Inn Chiang Mai

S: 318/1 Chiang Mai-Lamphum Road, 50000

T: (053) 275 300

W: www.holidayinnchiangmai.com

Not a brand new hotel, but thia riverside Holiday Inn has an interesting location next to Mengrai Bridge and the Nong Hoi neighbourhood to the south of the city centre.