[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Friend's House Arak Clothing optional guesthouse in Chiang Mai ![House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106240400/106240326/f793cf35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106240400/106240326/7e49fd2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106240400/106240326/2b639a23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106240400/106240326/8b4da2f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106240400/106240326/233c779a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Friend's House Arak provides a peaceful escape in central Chiang Mai. Guests can explore nearby outdoor trails by day, then return to relax in the lobby where TV entertainment awaits. WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay in this conveniently located guesthouse. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=106240326&PinnedHotelID=106240326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=106240326&PinnedHotelID=106240326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=106240326&PinnedHotelID=106240326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=106240326&PinnedHotelID=106240326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=106240326&PinnedHotelID=106240326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=106240326&PinnedHotelID=106240326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=106240326&PinnedHotelID=106240326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=106240326&PinnedHotelID=106240326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106240400/106240326/1f72288f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio ### Highlights Patio Yard Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Futons and 2 Double Futons ![2 bedrooms, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106240400/106240326/ad310350.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### House For Rent In The Heart Of Chiang Mai City - Sleeps 4 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChiang-Mai-Hotels-Friends-House-Arak.h106240326.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChiang-Mai-Hotels-Friends-House-Arak.h106240326.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C18.79372%2C98.97953&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FzoumkgREOjotWfr3mY4Oagv4I4=) 17 2 Arak Road, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, 50200 #### What's nearby - Wat Phra Singh - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Sunday Walking Street Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Nimman Road - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Tha Phae Gate - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Chiang Mai Night Bazaar - 4 min drive - 3.1 km #### Getting around - Chiang Mai Railway Station - 16 min drive - Chiang Mai Intl. Airport (CNX) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk - ‪หมูอู๊ด หมูกระทะ - ‬6 min walk - ‪The A-Rak - ‬3 min walk - ‪MARS - ‬4 min walk - ‪ก๋วยเตี๋ยวหลอด ป่อเปี๊ยะสด ฟ้าธานี - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Friend's House Arak Upscale guesthouse remodeled in 2024 and located near Chiang Mai University Close to Wat Phra Singh and Nimman Road, Friend's House Arak provides dry cleaning/laundry services, car rentals on site, and more. Adventurous travelers may like the skydiving, mountain biking, and ziplining at this guesthouse. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out - Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and bidets - 24-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels - Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1522100/1522060/58b1a8ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amora Hotel Tapae Chiang Mai Chang Moi - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Kids pool 7.8 Good 410 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=1522060&PinnedHotelID=1522060&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31670000/31661800/31661717/1d7312c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Icon Park Hotel Chiang Mai Chang Phueak - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 459 reviews CA $41 CA $48 total includes taxes & fees Oct 18 - Oct 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=31661717&PinnedHotelID=31661717&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1156500/1156491/dfec5901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Imperial Chiang Mai Resort & Sports Club Mae Rim - 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Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM - Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request - Shopping center shuttle (surcharge) ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Bicycle storage - Hiking/biking trails - Mountain biking - Skydiving - TV in common areas - Ziplining ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (on request) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible train station shuttle - Area rugs in room - Front entrance ramp - Hardwood flooring in room - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in room - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Communal living room - Renovated entire property - April 2024 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Free extra futon ### Bathroom - Bidet - Detached private bathroom - Hair dryer - Hydromassage showerhead - Shampoo - Slippers - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels - Netflix - Streaming services ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Free bottled water - Microwave - Mini-fridge - Minibar - Paper towels - Separate dining area ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Desk - Fan - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Separate sitting area - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link ### Access methods Access code, host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 250 per day Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: THB 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4) - Airport shuttle fee per child: THB 250 (one-way) - Housekeeping fee: THB 300 per day - Rollaway bed fee: THB 250 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash Long-term renters welcome This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Clothing is optional at this property A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Friend's House Arak Friend's House Arak Chiang Mai Friend's House Arak Guesthouse Friend's House Arak Chiang Mai Friend's House Arak Guesthouse Chiang Mai ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Friend's House Arak pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Friend's House Arak ? > As of Oct 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Friend's House Arak on Oct 31, 2025 start from CA $44.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Chiang-Mai-Hotels-Friends-House-Arak.h106240326.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Friend's House Arak ? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Friend's House Arak ? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Friend's House Arak ? > Check-out is at 11:30 AM. ### Does Friend's House Arak provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM–10:00 PM on request. A fee of THB 250 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Friend's House Arak located? > Located in Old City, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Chiang Mai University and Wat Phra Singh. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and Tha Phae Gate are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? 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