Recommended Chiang Mai guesthouses(추천 치앙마이 게스트하우스)
Many guest houses in Chiang Mai are traditionally styled teak
The centre of Chiang Mai is full of guesthouses, which are for many visitors the ideal choice for appreciating the laid-back character of Chiang Mai and avoiding the overly commercial, touristy feel of expensive hotels.
There are so many guest hoses to choose from that you can literally wander around and take your pick, that's if the touts at the station haven't already gotten to you first. Rates vary from 100 - 500 baht, but you get what you pay for and some have very pokey bathrooms and no hot water (Chiang Mai can get quite chilly). Noise is another factor worth considering, so it's worth seeking out the small places tucked down an alley in the Old Town or adjacent areas. Since everything is within walking distance, there's no need to select the most convenient location.
The most convenient area to stay is the Eastern side of the Old Town and West of Thapae Gate stretching as far as the Night Market and river. There are some upmarket guesthouses too (mentioned below) but many of the hotels available for booking here online are very affordable here in Chiang Mai and worth considering. Chiang Mai is one place you can afford comfort on a budget.
Pre-booking is only necessary in peak season at the popular places and it’s a good idea to get a tuktuk to take you to a few so you have an idea what’s most suitable. Often you can leave your luggage and inspect several down a single street. In short, here are some popular areas, as seen on our map. Old Town lanes running perpendicular to Ratchadamnoen and Ratvithi roads; the lively cluster of guesthouses an bars in the Sriphum (Northeast) and Katam (southeast) corners of the moat; the old tradition area immediately south of the old town (less touristy, more typically Thai), the leafy quiet lanes between the Old Town and Night Nightmarket and along the riverfront near Nawarat Bridge.
Out of season (May - October) rates drop by as much as 30 per cent.
Here are some of our suggestions:
Note! Many small streets in Thailand are referred to as "sois" (lanes) off a larger street. Therefore an address such as 12, soi 5, Ratchadamnoen rd, means the 12th house of the 5th lane off Ratchadamnoen road (road is called "thanon" in Thai and abbreviated as Th.).
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Chiang Mai guest houses in the Old Town
(치앙마이 구 시가지 게스트하우스- 치앙마이 성(城)안)
- Julie Guest house
- A labyrinthine place popular for its cheap rooms, and bohemian atmosphere. Situated in a quiet section of Chiang Mai's old city. Dorms are 70 Baht, doubles 200-350 Baht (old and new building). 7/1 soi 5, Phra Pokklao Road, Tel: (053) 274 355.julie_chiangmai@gmx.net .
- Chiang Mai White House
- Lonely Planet favourite with clean rooms, good security, quiet location and nice garden. Rooms b250-350 with fan, 12 soi 5, Ratchadamnoen rd., Tel: (053) 357 130. .
- Eagle House
- Centrally located with a good travellers centre, including popular trekking and on-site cooking school, somewhat dated rooms but shady outdoor area. Rooms b240 with fan, Rooms b290 with a/c, 26 Ratwithi rd., Tel: (053) 418 494.
- Gaps Guesthouse
- Lovely leafy place in a sprawling antique teak house complex, good mid-budget choice, no advanced bookings, often full. Cooking classes on offer. Rooms b450-800 (with breakfast) with a/c. 3, soi 4, Ratchadamnoen rd., Tel: (053) 278 140. info@gaps-house.com.
- Smile Guest House:
- Very convenient yet quiet location near Thapae Gate, includes a pool, various styled/priced pokey rooms and has atmosphere, but gets full. 5 Ratchamankha Rd. Rooms b300-400 with fan and share bathroom, b700 with a/c, (053) 208661-3
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- Lamchang House
- Nice wooden house with small garden restaurant, run by friendly old couple. Rooms with shared hot water, singles b100, doubles b200 with fan and share bathroom, 24 soi 7, Moon Muang rd., Tel. (053) 210 586.
- Chiang Mai Kristi House
- Decent rooms but lacks atmosphere our common area, convenient and quiet location. Rooms b350 with a/c. 14/2, soi 5, Ratchadamnoen rd., (053) 418 165.
- Banana Guesthouse
- Cheapest in town, dorm beds or rooms, popular with Japanese backpackers. Dorm beds: b100, doubles with fan b200 share bathroom, b260 private bathroom, singles with fan b120 share bathroom, 4/9 Ratchapakinai rd., Tel: (053) 206 285. kozue@chmai.loxinfo.co.th
- Safe House
- Resembles a small apartment block, popular long-stay venue with all mod cons. Rooms with fan b350, Rooms with a/c b400-550, or b7,500-12,000 per month. 178 Ratchaphakhinai rd., Tel: (053) 418 955.
- RCN Court
- Tucked out the way but popular for long-stayers, offering full amenities, a gym and decent sized rooms with cable TV, better value on long stay. Rooms b450-550 with a/c, Monthly b6000-6300, 35 soi 7, Moon Muang (053) 418 280. rcncourt_inn@hotmail.com
- Top North Guest House
- Located in southeast corner of moat among quaint lanes, a large popular place with great pool area and atmosphere, but bland rooms with fan b550 (with breakfast), Rooms with a/c b650 (with breakfast), (053) 279 623-25. topnorthhotel@hotmail.com
- Britannia Guest House
- In the heart of a lively backpacker section of town, this apartment block is comfortable with clean and new rooms, a professional staff and cooking classes. From 600 baht, Moonmuang Soi 9, (082) 264 3572, info@thebritannia-chiangmai.com
- Minicost Guesthouse
- Centrally located, new building with clean comfy rooms and efficient Australian run services, wifi in rooms, bikes for rent, internet café, excellent choice for those expecting comfort levels and can afford a bit more. Single 700 Baht, double 950 Baht. 19, Soi 4, Rachadamnoen Rd, Thapae Gate are; tel: (053) 418 787.
Guesthouses east of the Moat
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- Sarah Guest House Chiang Mai
- Long running, established guest house offering cheap and convenient accommodation, in the very centre of Chiang Mai. only 2 mins walk from the Night Bazaar or Tapae Gate. Trekking and cookery courses run from the guest house. 20 Thapae Rd., Soi 4, Chiang Mai 50100. Tel: (053) 208271. Fax: (053) 279423. Rooms with fan 300 Baht, Rooms with a/c 450 Baht, sarahgh.hypermart.net, sarahguesthouse@hotmail.com
- Parami Guest House
- Charming guest house in an authentic Lanna-Thai teak wooden house which is over a hundred years old and surrounds a private and breath-taking tropical garden. Parami is located in the centre of Chiang Mai, and close to the river. Address: 210 - 212 Charoenrat Rd. T. Watkate Tel (053) 266 139. Rooms with fan 380 Baht, Rooms with a/c 650 Baht, www.paramiguesthouse-chiangmai.com
- Galare Guesthouse
- First class accommodation on riverfront, with all mod cons and hotel service. Rooms b1150 . 7/1 soi 2, Charoen Prathet rd., Tel. (053) 821 011. Email: galare_gh@hotmail.com
- River View Lodge
- Well appointed rooms in spacious building with pool and lovely garden on riverfront. Rooms b1800-2200, plus seasonal discount. 25 soi 2, Charoen Prathet rd (053) 271 110.
- Baan Jong Come Guest House
- A lovely upmarket place away from the busy streets, but central. Rooms b350, b450 (with a/c). 47 soi 4, Thapae rd (053) 274 823.
- Lai Thai Guest House
- Popular place, alongside the moat (so noisy) with restaurant and pool. Plenty of rooms finished in wood but slightly overpriced. Rooms: b600-900 with a/c. 111/4-5 Kotchasan rd (053) 271 725. laithai@loxinfo.co.th
- Thana Guesthouse
- Israeli house of choice, with signs in Hebrew, Kosher food in the restaurant and good rooms. Rooms: b800 with a/c. 27/8 soi 4, Thapae rd., Tel: (053) 279 794. info@ThanaAdventure.com
- Naam Khong Guesthouse
- Located besides Thana, a much better value options with large, comfortable quiet, airy rooms, but lacks atmosphere, however you’re welcome to the Thana facilities. Rooms 200b (fan only). 27/8 soi 4, Thapae rd., (053) 279 794, info@ThanaAdventure.com
- Little Home Guesthouse
- Near the Moat in modern Thai-styled building with private balconies. Rooms with fan b350, Rooms with a/c b500 with a/c. 1/1 soi 3, Kotchasan rd., Tel: (053) 206 939.
Upmarket or Suburban Chiang Mai Guesthouses
(고가 또는 교외 치앙마이 게스트하우스)
- Rose of Suithep
- A pleasant family run homestay near the leafy Wat Umong area, ideal for those staying awhile, or attending courses at CMU. With only 3 rooms, it’s a private experience away from the backpacker hordes. Rooms from 500 to 2000 baht per night. (085) 626 6739 (James), (089) 522 7312 (May), 143/33, Moo. 10, T.Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai.
- Mountain Guest House
- Comfortable guest house not far from the northeast corner of the moat or Kad Suan Kaew shopping mall. Free internet (plus wifi), airport transfer, breakfast, tea and coffee make this a good choice. Self-service laundry facilities and tour booking also available. 450 baht per room. (11 soi 1, Santisuk T. Changpuak. Tel: +66 (0)53 406 474, email: webmaster@mountainguesthouse.com
- Baan Sabai
- Actually a resort and spa with a homely feel, certainly upmarket and comfortable with soothing pool and suburban gardens, 10 minutes from Chiang Mai city. Spa and wellness facilities a speciality, under Swiss management. Room Rates from 2,600-10,600 baht including breakfast, 219 Moo 9 , San Pee Sua, Chiang Mai, Tel: (053) 854 778-9, Mobile: (082) 762 8310, Fax: (053) 854 775, Email: village@bansabaivillage.com
- Sang Serene House
- A lovely low-rise apartment building out in the leafy suburbs near Doi Suithep mountain, especially ideal for long stays. Rooms are new, comfy and tastefully decorated, with apartments also offered at monthly rates, plus a range of facilities. 146/20 Moo 1 T. Changpuek (Huay Kaew area), Tel: (053) 892 002-4, Fax: (053) 893 022, Room Rates 600-1,500 Baht per night, 4,000-8,000 baht for weekly, 7,000-17,500 baht for monthly.
- River Ping Palace:
- Lovely, quiet riverside location in old teak house, with creative food and friendly staff, but remote from the city centre. 385/2 Charoen Prathat rd, south near the Sheraton Hotel. Rooms: b1,650-2,4203,600, (053) 274 932.
- Pha Thai Guesthouse
- A lovely boutique place with surprisingly cheap rooms, and a range of options to suit all comfort levels. Nice gardens, brand new and highly recommended for mature travellers. Rooms from 500 to 1,200 baht. 48/1 Rachaphakinai Road, (053) 278 013, polphathai@yahoo.com.
- Baan Hanibah
- Lovely colonnial teak styled place with private home atmosphere, trendy boutique finish and professional management. Quiet, discerning and well placed in a quiet area, with pretty patio garden. Rooms 500 baht (single small), 1,100 baht (double) with a/c. No. 6 soi 8, Moon Muang rd, Old Town, (053) 287 524, baanhanibah@gmail.com.
- Galare Guesthouse:
- First class accommodation on riverfront, with all mod cons and hotel service. Rooms b1150 (double) b550 (small single)., 7/1 soi 2, Charoen Prathet rd., (053) 821 011. galare_gh@hotmail.com
- River View Lodge:
- Retro rooms in spacious building with pool and lovely garden on riverfront, rates reflect the location rather than comfort of the rooms at b1800-2200 (seasonal discount). 25 soi 2, Charoen Prathet rd., (053) 271 110.
- Ping Nakara
- This hotel is only five minutes walk from the famous night bazaar and features graceful gingerbread architecture and hand-carved fretwork throughout its nineteen rooms. A welcome retreat for the tired traveller. 135/9 Charoenprathet Road, T. Changklan, +66 (0) 5325 2999 email: info@pingnakara.com.
Gay friendly Guesthouses(게이를 환영하는 게스트하우스)
- Seven Suns
- A friendly and comfortable place, centrally located in the old town with sociable restaurant and nice staff. 155 Ratchamanka rd., Prasingh, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200, Tel: (053) 814 325, 814 430, Fax: (053) 814 276, bookings@sevensuns.net
- Sang Serene House
- A lovely low-rise apartment building out in the leafy suburbs near Doi Suithep mountain, especially ideal for long stays. Rooms are new, comfy and tastefully decorated, with apartments also offered at monthly rates, plus a range of facilities. 146/20 Moo 1 T. Chan Puek, Huay Kaew, tel +66 (0) 53 892 002.
- Santitham Guesthouse
- A nicely appointed, upmarket guesthouse, Northwest of the moat in a nice quiet suburb, but within walking distance of Kad Suan Kaew mall and conveniently located for biking to the Old Town. Offer massage and food. Rooms (Guest House Rooms): Single 695 Baht, Double 950 Baht, Deluxe Room: Single 1,000 Baht, Double 1.250 Baht, Triple 1,450 Baht, 61 Santitham Road, Chang Phuak, Muang, Chiang Mai 50300, Tel: (053) 406 449, Mobile: 081 027 7302, 081 020 3108, Email: info@santitham.com.
- Soho Bar and Guesthouse
- A popular gay venue that also has accommodation in a nice relaxed and friendly environment, if you don’t mind a lively atmosphere. It’s conveniently close to Kad Suan Kaew Mall, near the old town, though on a busy road. 20/3 Huay Kaew Road, (053) 404 175, 085-0298485, sohocm@hotmail.com.
- Lanna Lavender
- This isn’t a guesthouse but a five storey hotel that offers the largest and liveliest gay accomodation in town. Recently refurbished and opened, with the Power Boys caberet and revue bar in the basement, pool, restaurant and friendly atmosphere. Located on the Northwest corner of the moat. Bungruengrit road (near Ram I hospital), tel: 053-211-100.
Updated and correct: January 2010
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