A list by Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with the best boutique hotels in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Villa.Romantic. Unique. Superb breakfast. Popular among women. Set on stilts, Baan Boo Loo offers traditional Thai-style rooms in scenic Chiang Mai Old Town. Featuring a well-equipped common kitchen, it provides free WiFi and free parking. Fitted with teak furnishings and woven Thai fabrics, individually designed rooms come with a seating area and en suite bathroom. Guest House Baan Boo Loo is a 5-minute walk from the Sunday Walking Street and well-known Wat Phra Singha Temple. It is a 10-minute drive from Chiang Mai International Airport. They are fitted with air-conditioning or fan. After going on a day trip arranged by the tour desk, relax with soothing massages or enjoy quiet afternoons in the library. Alternatively, take up a Thai cooking class at the common kitchen. Baan Boo Loo also boasts communal cooking and refrigeration facilities. Guests can enjoy light snack and non-alcoholic beverage free of charge.Show full description
This might be the most unique and authentic boutique hotel in Chiang Mai. It also has a highly rated breakfast.
Lovely interior design. K Maison Lanna Boutique Hotel-SHA Plus Certified has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Chiang Mai. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. At K Maison Lanna Boutique Hotel-SHA Plus Certified all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 6 km from K Maison Lanna Boutique Hotel-SHA Plus Certified. The hotel offers an indoor pool and a concierge service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Tha Pae Gate and Chiang Mai Bus Station.Show full description
Resort.Popular among women. Just a 15-minute drive from Chiang Mai International Airport, Amata Lanna Chiang Mai offers free internet access, a outdoor swimming pool and rooms with a spa bath. Rooms feature Northern Thai style design and a balcony. Amata Lanna Chiang Mai is within walking distance from the Night Bazaar and riverside restaurants and shopping areas. They come with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker and minibar. Guests can relax at the poolside bar or enjoy a massage. A tour desk and laundry service are available. An a la carte breakfast is available daily from 07:00 - 10:00 hrs. Guests also enjoy complimentary lemon grass tea and butterfly pea flower tea at the reception area from 14:00 - 23:00 hrs.Show full description
Very stylish. Lively. Great views. Situated in Chiang Mai, 1 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Hotel Ping Silhouette features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.5 km from Tha Pae Gate. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. The hotel offers some rooms with garden views, and every room includes a balcony. At Hotel Ping Silhouette the rooms include bed linen and towels. Chiang Mai Bus Station is 2.1 km from the accommodation, while Three Kings Monument is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 6 km from Hotel Ping Silhouette.Show full description
Great location. Great views. Placed in Chiang Mai Old Town, 400 metres from Three Kings Monument and City Art & Cultural Centre, Thai Akara - Lanna Boutique Hotel offers comfortable accommodation with an outdoor pool and free WiFi throughout the property. Fitness centre can be found on site. Meals are served at the in-house restaurant specialising in Thai cuisine. Tha Pae Gate is 600 metres from Thai Akara - Lanna Boutique Hotel, while Chedi Luang Temple is 850 metres from the property. All guest rooms at this hotel are fitted with a seating area and a satellite flat-screen TV. The en suite bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Ticket services are possible for guests' convenience. Guests can also take advantage of the business centre and luggage storage service. Chiang Mai International Airport is 5 km away.Show full description
Stylish. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms.Opened April 2022. Located in Chiang Mai, less than 1 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Maladee Rendezvous Hotel Chiang Mai provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving Thai cuisine. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Maladee Rendezvous Hotel Chiang Mai each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Tha Pae Gate is 1.8 km from the accommodation, while Chiang Mai Gate is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 5 km from Maladee Rendezvous Hotel Chiang Mai.Show full description
This boutique hotel has super comfortable beds and an amazing hotel bar!
Stylish. Cosy rooms. Great location. Popular among couples. THEE Vijit Lanna by TH District, SHA Extra Plus features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Chiang Mai. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk. The property is 600 metres from Tha Pae Gate, and within less than 1 km of the city centre. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Each room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also offer mountain views. At the hotel every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. An American breakfast is available daily at THEE Vijit Lanna by TH District, SHA Extra Plus. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Three Kings Monument, Chang Puak Gate and Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 5 km from THEE Vijit Lanna by TH District, SHA Extra Plus.Show full description
Resort.Unique. Relaxing atmosphere. Hongkhao Villa offers a Lanna-style boutique resort located in Chiang Mai, close to the Mae Ping River. With it's hotel name translating to 'white swan' the property features different tones of white and genuine teak furnishings throughout. The helpful on-site staff can also assist guests with any travel recommendations, bookings or restaurant reservations. The guestroom is equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV and air conditioning. The private bathroom includes shower facilities, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Complimentary coffee and tea are also available. During the stay, guests can use the year-round outdoor pool. Hongkhao Village is 3.5 km from Chiang Mai NIght Bazaar and approximately a 10-minute drive from the famous Saturday and Sunday Walking Streets. Chiang Mai International Airport is only 4 km away.Show full description
Resort.Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Rachamankha a Member of Relais & Chateaux is located by the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai, only 100 metres to the Sunday Market. The hotel offers free WiFi, an outdoor pool and flat-screen TVs. The courtyard restaurant serves a daily breakfast and offers Asian, Chinese, European and American cuisines. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with DVD players, a personal safe and a minibar. En suite bathrooms come with a hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers. The hotel features laundry services, a tour desk and massage services at Pool Spa. Computers and internet access are available at the hotel's library. Rachamankha a Member of Relais & Chateaux is a 10-minute drive from Chiang Mai International Airport.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND RELAXING resorts in Chiang Mai.
Good breakfast. Located in Chiang Mai and within 700 metres of Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, The Locals Chiang Mai features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. Built in 2019, this 3-star hotel is within 700 metres of Tha Pae Gate and 1.3 km of Chiang Mai Gate. Guests can enjoy city views. All units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Locals Chiang Mai each room includes bed linen and towels. Three Kings Monument is 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Chedi Luang Temple is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 4 km from The Locals Chiang Mai.Show full description
Historic property. Charming. Great value. Located in Chiang Mai, less than 1 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, The Bridge An Eclectic Luxotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Bridge An Eclectic Luxotel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Tha Pae Gate is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Chiang Mai Bus Station is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 6 km from The Bridge An Eclectic Luxotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most HISTORIC boutique hotel in Chiang Mai. It also has great affordability.
Historic. Relaxing atmosphere. Set in Chiang Mai, 300 metres from Chedi Luang Temple, Villa Klang Wiang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is 600 metres from Chiang Mai Gate, and within 500 metres of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe. Popular points of interest near Villa Klang Wiang include Three Kings Monument, Wat Phra Singh and Chang Puak Market. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 3 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Resort.Beautiful. Unique. Great value. Popular among couples. Conveniently located not far from Chiang Mai Old Town, Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort offers spacious rooms fitted with wooden furniture. The outdoor swimming pool is perfectly designed for indulgent relaxation. The on-site restaurant offers peaceful views of the Ping River. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 5 km from Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas and free private parking is available for all guests who drive. Boasting modern Northern Thai style, all rooms at this property feature an air conditioning, flat-screen TV and comfortable seating area. Certain rooms offer a living room. The en suite bathroom comes with a bathtub and complimentary premium amenities. Slippers and bathrobes are provided for guests' comfort. Friendly staff are 24-hour available at the front desk to assist all guests. Art in Paradise Chiang Mai is a 15-minute walk from the property, while Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is a 12-minute walk away.Show full description
Resort.Lovely property. Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Situated in Chiang Mai, 3.7 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Amata Lanna Village อมตะล้านนาวิลเลจ features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden. With free WiFi, this 4-star resort offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy pool views. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms have a wardrobe. An à la carte, continental or American breakfast is available each morning at the property. Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport is 4.5 km from Amata Lanna Village อมตะล้านนาวิลเลจ, while Tha Pae Gate is 4.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 6 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Popular among couples and women.Opened December 2020. KIRI HOTEL Chiang Mai features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Chiang Mai. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is 400 metres from Tha Pae Gate, and within 700 metres of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At KIRI HOTEL Chiang Mai every room has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Three Kings Monument, Chang Puak Gate and Chedi Luang Temple. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 4 km from KIRI HOTEL Chiang Mai.Show full description
This boutique hotel is popular among couples travelling to Chiang Mai.
Cosy rooms. Great bar. Ideally located in the centre of Chiang Mai, Cheeva Dee Hotel offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Cheeva Dee Hotel the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Wat Phra Singh, Chedi Luang Temple and Three Kings Monument. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 3 km from Cheeva Dee Hotel.Show full description
Lively. Great location. Great breakfast. Attractively situated in Chiang Mai, Elliebum Boutique Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to a restaurant. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International Airport, 4 km from Elliebum Boutique Hotel. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, fridge, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Guest rooms have a safety deposit box. Speaking English and Thai at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Chedi Luang Temple, Three Kings Monument and Wat Phra Singh.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most LIVELY boutique hotel in Chiang Mai. It also has A GREAT LOCATION.
Lively. Superb interior design. Great bar. Located in Chiang Mai, 2.6 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Little Shelter Hotel Chiangmai SHA Plus provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the hotel, each room comes with a balcony with a city view. Guest rooms at Little Shelter Hotel Chiangmai SHA Plus are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. Tha Pae Gate is 3.5 km from the accommodation, while Chiang Mai Bus Station is 4.6 km away. The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International, 6 km from Little Shelter Hotel Chiangmai SHA Plus, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This is likely one of the most WELL DESIGNED boutique hotels in Chiang Mai.
Inn / Guest House.Trendy. Great views. Conveniently situation in the heart of Chiang Mai City, Villa Thapae is less than a 2-minute walk from Sunday Walking Street and Thapae Gate. It features rooms with private balconies and an outdoor saltwater pool. For meals and refreshing drinks, head to nearby restaurants and bars located within a 5-minute walk from the villa. Guests enjoy free bicycle rentals and free Wi-Fi, which is available throughout the property. Villa Thapae is a 5-minute walk from Chiang Mai Night Market. It is a 10-minute ride from Chiang Mai International Airport as well as the city's bus terminal and train station. Simply furnished rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a sofa seating area and a flat-screen cable TV. They also have an electric kettle and a fridge. En suite bathrooms come with free toiletries and shower facilities. Take a dip in the pool or simply relax by watching DVDs at the lounge area. Guests can cook their own meals in the common kitchen and enjoy them in the dining lounge.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Hip. Comfortable beds. See You Soon, Chiang Mai offers accommodation set 400 metres from the centre of Chiang Mai and provides a terrace and a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features a concierge service, a housekeeping service and currency exchange for guests. The bed and breakfast will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All units feature private entrance. At the bed and breakfast, units come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy an American breakfast. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach of the property. A car rental service is available at See You Soon, Chiang Mai.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most charming and cool boutique hotel in Chiang Mai.
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